6. Slow wound healing
Low vitamin D can also lead to healing impairment of cuts and wounds. Vitamin D is needed in tissue-healing as it enhances the release of compounds required for creating new skin. Studies has shown that insufficient vitamin D can hinder the repairing process of wounds. Studies further suggest that the vitamin’s responsibilities in regulating inflammation and combatting infections contribute to its efficiency in wound-healing. A particular study was conducted on people who suffer from diabetic foot infections. The study discovered that extreme low blood levels of vitamin D result in increased inflammation which hinders tissue-repairing process. Another particular study observed that vitamin D helped to shrink leg ulcers in people who has low levels of vitamin D. Despite promising initial findings, more studies are needed to support it.
