1Cademy - Vitamin D Physiological Impact

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Vitamin D Physiological Impact

Vitamin D lowers Th1 production, preventing inflammation by reducing the presence of cytokines (IL-6, IL-8, etc.)
Inhibiting production of cytokines can aid in avoidance of the cytokine storm, thus make organ damage less likely to occur
When vitamin D is active, there is an increased expression of cathelicidin
Cathelicidins can help prevent lung damage when too much oxygen is present in the lungs
Cathelicidins could be used as a protective agent against COVID-19, as it prevents the virus from replication, thus reducing their chances of survival
Vitamin D prevents the production of renin, which is necessary for producing Angiotensin II. As a result, Vitamin D can be used in those with high levels of Ang II to decrease inflammation.