Vitamin D for Flu and Sinus Infections?

EmpowHer has a brief post about studies showing that Vitamin D deficiency can lead to a greater susceptibility to colds and flus. The suggestion from the article is that with taking more Vitamin D it may be possible to prevent contracting the flu or at least reduce the severity of a bout of the virus. The EmpowHer article primarily focuses on flu deaths, usually the result of bacterial pneumonia, but other complications, including sinus infections can result from a weakened immune response to the flu virus.Vitamin D assists in healthy immune system functioning. It makes sense that a deficiency could contribute to a greater susceptibility to cold and flu viruses. In addition, viral sinus infections that are complication linked to cold and flu might be easier prevented with appropriate levels of Vitamin D. In general, to avoid sinus infections or any ailment maintaining a healthy balanced diet that provides the appropriate daily values of all vitamins should be helpful. Contact our office if you questions about methods of sinus infection prevention.