Vitamin D Reduces Risk of Complications from H1N1

Not surprisingly, studies show that 97 percent of Canadians are deficient in vitamin D during the winter months.  Low levels of vitamin D will significantly impair your immune response resulting in a higher susceptibility to viruses such as H1N1, risk of complications and recovery time.

Other factors which may weaken your immune system include:

• Lack of sufficient or quality sleep
• Excess refined sugar in the diet
• Poor stress management

Strengthening your immune system is your best defence against flu viruses.  Ask your doctor to check your vitamin D levels with a simple blood test and speak to Aviva about supplementation options and choosing the right one for you.