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Comment by Xunjin

It's unbelievable crazy what the author suggests, even say "10,000 IU if you're feeling daring / have darker skin / live in less sunny climates.".

Just a simple look at the side effects of high dosages:

Safety and side effects

Taken in typical doses, vitamin D is thought to be mainly safe.

But taking too much vitamin D in the form of supplements can be harmful and even deadly. Taking more than 4,000 IU a day of vitamin D might cause:

    Upset stomach and vomiting.
    Weight loss and not wanting to eat.
    Muscle weakness.
    Not being able to think clearly or quickly.
    Heart rhythm issues.
    Kidney stones and kidney damage.

https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements-vitamin-d/art-2...
parent Xunjin 9 months ago

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