Vitamin D deficiency affects up to 70% of women over 45, yet most are never screened for it. And the symptoms mimic “normal aging”: fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, low mood, sleep issues, even increased belly fat. But here’s the shocking part: low vitamin D increases the risk of severe menopause symptoms by 67% and is linked to higher rates of osteoporosis, autoimmune disease, and insulin resistance. Signs you might be low: – Muscle aches – Frequent illnesses – Feeling “heavy” or unmotivated – Trouble sleeping – Low mood in winter What helps: – Get your 25-OH vitamin D levels tested (not the outdated 1,25 test) – Pair vitamin D with magnesium and K2 for absorption – 10–20 minutes of midday sun – Check levels annually—your needs change after 40 What you think is “just aging” may be one missing nutrient. Tags: #WomensHealth #NutrientHealth