Pharmacist issues warning to anyone who takes Vitamin D

vitamin D supplements, especially as many of us will not get enough vitamin D from sunlight or food alone.”

She said: “Don’t take too much vitamin D. Because it’s a fat soluble vitamin it can build up in your body easier than other vitamins.

“Taking too much vitamin D long term

can lead to hypercalcemia, an excess of calcium in the body, which can cause problems with your heart, kidneys and bones. 4,000 IU or 100 mcg is considered to be the upper limit of safe vitamin D supplementation.”

Experts warn not to take too much (Getty Stock Image)

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