It’s been a tough year so far. I have been out for a few weeks just exhausted. I went to the doctor. It’s only the second time I’ve been to a doctor in the last 7 years (that tells you I was sick).
He ran a whole load of blood tests, looking at my kidneys, my thyroid and of course (cos I’m THAT age, my hormones).. all the tests were clear and good. It looks like what had floored me was down to a major vitamin D deficiency (and some other minor things) Wow. I got a shot yesterday and took a supplement today and I’m already back. I actually have some energy and focus. Vitamin D is activated through sunlight and it’s been a cold winter (for Louisiana), we also, these days, have make-up with built in sunscreen, more protective clothes.. we need Vitamin D. We get it from Oily fish, egg yolks, cheese and foods that have D added (cereal, milk etc). I’m no expert but have been shocked by how bad this had made me feel. I intend now to learn a lot more about my body, and what it needs. Big wake up call.
In short, I’m back – prepare for the challenges to resume.
