Influenza and Swine Flu 

Vitamin D3 deficiency has been closely linked to an increased risk of serious health problems including influenza type A, the current Swine Flu H1N1 pandemic. Scientific research has concluded that optimising vitamin D levels in the general population is expected to weaken symptoms from flu and prevent severe complications.⁽¹⁾

Vitamin D plays a fundamental role in both regulating and strengthening the immune system; it is essential for the body's innate immunity against viruses and bacteria. Vitamin D works to stimulate the production of the human body's internal antibiotics which help to fight various bacteria and viruses including influenza and the H1N1 virus. Additionally, optimal levels of vitamin D3 help to moderate the overall immune response and limit inflammation therefore speeding up the recovery process.⁽²⁾⁽³⁾

Vitamin D deficiency weakens the immune system and therefore makes individuals more susceptible to contracting influenza and other viruses. Optimising vitamin D3 levels within the body can help with both the prevention of contracting the Swine Flu virus, and during the recovery process of individuals infected.

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