Too much of even a good thing can prove to be toxic for your body. The same is true for even the essential vitamins we consume. Vitamin D, an important nutrient also acts as a hormone and plays an important role in calcium absorption in the gut, supports muscle function and immune function, have neuroprotective properties and regulates brain cell activity. Not including enough Vitamin D in your diet can cause serious health conditions severely affecting your bone health and mental well-being. However, eating too much of Vitamin D too can translate into worrying side effects.
According to experts, taking 60,000 international units (IU) a day of vitamin D for several months can cause toxicity. The U.S. Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for most adults is 600 IU of vitamin D a day.
