10 Signs That You May Have Vitamin D Deficiency

The body needs vitamin D to support immunity, bone health, heart health, and even mood. Some people have trouble getting the right amount through sunlight and eating certain foods alone. In this video, learn which symptoms might indicate that you are low on vitamin D.

Learn more about the amounts of vitamin D needed at different ages and seven health conditions that are linked to vitamin D deficiency here.

Why trust our experts?

Written by:

Marisa Taylor Karas

Marisa Taylor Karas is a freelance journalist based in Brooklyn who has covered health, gender, and technology for 15 years. She previously worked at The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, and Al Jazeera America, among other publications, and also served as managing editor of the Mellon Foundation in New York City.

Reviewed by:

Brian Clista, MD

Dr. Clista is a board-certified pediatrician who works in private practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He previously served as a National Health Service Corporation Scholar in the inner city of Pittsburgh for 11 years.

Our editorial standards

Meet our experts