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Hair Loss
The negative impact of a vitamin D deficiency on the body can lead to conditions that cause hair loss as a secondary symptom, and there is evidence to suggest that vitamin D is directly involved in supporting the process of hair growth and hair follicle health.
Prostate Health
"All men should be replenishing their vitamin D to normal levels," Murphy said, based on the vitamin's role in bone health and other bodily functions. "It's smart preventive health care."
"The vitamin D you get from sunlight can slow the progress of prostate cancer and stop it from spreading, increasing your chances of survival.
Vitamin D may be the single most important nutrient in your body, especially for your prostate. Be sure to get enough … it could save your life.
"men with the highest levels of vitamin D lived longer after prostate cancer diagnosis than those with low levels of the hormone."
"Studies have shown . . . that vitamin D can regulate the immune system to prevent prostate cancer initiation and progression. "
Erectile Dysfunction
"Men with low levels of 'sunshine vitamin' more likely to be impotent, study suggests"
"deficiency of Vitamin D may lead to poor performance or erectile dysfunction. In fact, another study also revealed that exposure to sun’s rays and absorption of Vitamin D is necessary for a high sex drive."
"Establishing optimal blood levels of D3 may lead to better endothelial function and reduce/prevent ED."
"vitamin D levels among men are usually linked with erectile dysfunction"