The Vitamin D Paradox in COVID-19 and Why It Predicts But Doesn't Always Protect

(This video was recorded on April 10, 2022)

He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine and an Associate Professor at the University of California, Riverside School of Medicine.

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[valeriereinhard]

I always felt it was important for my kids to be outside as much as possible. They generally seem much happier, they sleep better, and they are more active, when they spend their time outside. I found this video so fascinating, and am now more motivated than ever to get all of us outside every day.

[DaciaMassage]

This is true for Multiple sclerosis patience as well. When I was diagnosed with MS had the lowest vitamin D count mineralogist has ever seen and I was also living in Hawaii. She told me to eat my breakfast outside in the sun without sunscreen on not during peak hours. And honestly it's helped tremendously. I have now been medicine free for over 5 years and my MR's have all come back with no with no new lesions in fact some of them have disappeared.

[Inkling]

When I lived in Seattle, I worked for a time at the Phinney Neighborhood Association, which operated out of two former schools, one built in 1904 and one in 1917. One was wood and the other brick, but what they had in common were extremely large west-facing windows in their classrooms. During the afternoon, those rooms were flooded with direct sunlight. They believed in the health benefits of sunlight for children.

[Kissypooh]

You're killing it on medical and science. Bravo. You're killing it. No politicization, just science and the limitations of science / technology / medicine.

[brianarps]

As a pale but not yet feeble one, I did not know what my Vitamin D levels were, but guessed that they were not high, so started 1000 i/u per day supplementation. After 15 months I got a test which showed 26 ng/mL, which I considered inadequate. So I started sunbathing for 20 min before 9 am when sun and time permitted, and supplementation up to 5000 i/u on non sunbathing days. After 7 months of that my vit D test showed 56 ng/mL. I also have a modest suntan for the first time in 73 years! Sunbathing also seems to improve sleep, and mood. It just feels good. I have never tested positive for Covid despite having it in the house three times. None of this proves anything but I like to feel in charge of events and this regime achieves this. Thanks for the advice.

[RK-wwsj]

This was the best medcram episode I have ever listened to - and I listen to a lot of them. Dr Sechault's point about sunlight is SO important!

[jimgill]

There is no paradox. These vitamin D studies do not ever, to my knowledge, test people who have vitamin D levels above 60. 70, or even 100 ng/ml. From my experience over the last 11+ years of keeping my vitamin D level in the 100 to 130 ng/ml range, I just don't get seriously sick anymore. I am 75 years old now and in the last 11+ years I have had only two mild colds and only 1 very mild covid 19 infection. The covid infection lasted about 4 days and was very like a mild cold. Show me one test where people received 8000, 10, 000 or 15, 000iu of D3 daily (dose dependent on body mass) compared to people who received a dose of 4, 000iu or less of D3 daily. While taking higher D3 doses you should also take vitamin K2 and magnesium.

[EyespenNoFear]

Ever since watching your Light As Medicine video, I've spent at least 20 minutes outside whenever there's a sunny day. My face and arms are tan, my eyebrows are already getting sun bleached, and most importantly, I'm beginning to be able to concentrate for the first time in a year and a half, ever since I got Covid in the fall of 2020.

I wish I had known about this 20 years ago!

[johannaquinones]

A great mind is one that remains open and humble to continue learning an to admit not having all the answers. The arrogance to stay fixed on old ideas, just because that is what we have always known is a great impediment to getting closer to the truth. Thank you for continuing to learn and teach even if against the grain.

[nancyhope]

a century ago people with tuberculosis were put out in the sunshine, all wrapped up depending on the weather some people recovered. The town I live in used to have such institutions.

[TalonID]

I've been on 5000 IU for nearly 8 years. When I got C-19 in Jan-21, I doubled D, added Zinc, Magnesium & C. I missed 2, 1/2 days of work plus 1 full day for a total of 2 missed days. I was 57, reasonable health, pre-diabetic and just over the Obese line and live coastal SoCal. I rarely get sick. I did all of this because of a study at Harvard which a family member was aware of. That study was never released... It doesn't sit well with me that the protein ratios in C-19 are round numbers (not typical in natural similar viruses). Because of the ratios and how badly our government pushed for vaccinations, has made me not trust our government related to C-19.

[ignatiushie]

Thank you for highlighting this. It explained why i recovered a lot faster from influenza if i walked out under the sun, sweating profusely during the day. The symptoms usually disappeared the day after without any medication. Just plenty of water, absence of air conditioning and plenty of sunshine.

[katy]

Vitamin D is very safe. Every sign that says, “wear a mask, ” should also say know your vitamin D and supplement if needed. All Covid tests should come with a vitamin D test.

[HaskellMoore]

Really a great, informative video. Dr. Seheult, you have been been a national treasure through this pandemic, and you calm demeanor and professional advice in layman terms is so appreciated!

[hatcher]

Hey Doc. CRNA here. That was a great video. Although you explained it very well, I listened to it twice. You’re doing a great job on this channel. I really enjoy your content. It has enough science to make it interesting and understandable but you don’t get too far into the weeds. Thanks man.

[le]

I’ve had a history of chronic bronchitis that lingers. I’ve also had a history of Vitamin D deficiency. A comprehensive medical exam in 2018 showed low Vitamin D and the doctor told me to take OTC Vitamin D. I did my research and started taking D3, but I wasn’t sure of the dosage. Anyway, I wasn’t really diligent and in 2019 I had a weird respiratory infection that lasted about six weeks. I recovered but when the COVID pandemic came about, I did more research and started taking 10, 000 iu of D3 combined with K2. In 2022, I took a home Vitamin D test and my level was optimal at 76 ng/mL. Ironically, since 2020, I haven’t had one cold and zero respiratory issues. Also, coincidentally, I moved to a house with a very large back field in southern Nevada and walk my dogs every day. So starting in 2020, I was taking an increased dose of Vitamin D3 and getting more regular daily sunlight, not to mention taking daily Vitamin C and Zinc. Maybe it’s just a placebo effect but whatever it is, I’ll keep it up!

[melodymelomaniac]

Finally got my vitamin D levels up to 60! As someone with auto immune disease it's taken me a long time even taking 10, 000 iu a day and as someone who sits in the sun whenever possible

[jackielindsay]

I'm 78, haven't been vaxed, haven't had Covid19 and am on 50, 000 iu a week due to an autoimmune disease. I believe that it's kept me well, I know that I've been exposed 3 times having had close contact. I'm certainly a believer.

[artsmart]

I start to experience Seasonal affective disorder (S.A.D.)each year around late November/early December as our sunlight exposure drops significantly with the shortest days of the year. As the spring arrives my moods improve like clockwork. No doubt in my mind that sunlight is the elixir most of us crave and need. Good vid, thx.