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[x]   Transcript: The Centers for Disease Control attests that at least 77% of American adults don't get enough Vitamin D. And while that's bad news for everyone, it's often WOMEN who suffer most. Vitamin D is involved in regulating up to 2,000 different genes in the human body. Considering that this amounts to 10% of our makeup, it's disturbing that so many adults are D deficient. Recent research shows that women in particular should be concerned about getting adequate levels of vitamin D. A study at Boston University School of Medicine recently found that pregnant women who are vitamin D deficient are FOUR TIMES more likely to require delivery by cesarean section.Similarly, the risk for both preeclampsia, which is dangerously high blood pressure, and pre-term labor, is significantly increased when a mom-to-be is lacking the nutrient. And risks from a mom's D-deficiency extend to an infant, as well. Vitamin D is important for the proper development of a fetus's brain, and it's a significant factor in preventing respiratory infections and wheezing after birth. Vitamin D deficiency is also being investigated as a potential culprit in the development of autism! Low levels of the nutrient can also make GETTING pregnant harder in the first place, and even if pregnancy is not on the table, researchers at Creighton University in Omaha found that, women who get adequate amounts of vitamin D are up to 60% LESS likely to get breast, skin and lung cancer. Plus, multiple studies have linked vitamin D deficiency in women to mood disorders such as premenstrual syndrome, seasonal affective disorder, major depressive disorder, and non-specific mood disorder. Postmenopausal women should be aware that low levels of the nutrient may lead to osteoporosis, or thinning bones. Women of all ages with vitamin D deficiency are more likely to suffer urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. No matter what your age or stage of life, ensure that you're getting all of this VITAL nutrient by asking your doctor to test your blood levels. Women who are deficient may benefit from a daily supplement or increased sun exposure. To learn more about essential vitamins and minerals, check out other videos on this site.

[x]   Bio: Dr. Lauri Romanzi is a reconstructive pelvic surgeon, urogynecologist and clinical associate professor at Weill/Cornell New York Presbyterian Hosptial in New York City. Her urogynecologic research includes prolapse, incontinence, overactive bladder, Kegel fitness scoring, genital sensitivity nerve testing and fistula repair. Her 2009 book Plumbing and Renovation: If you have a uterus or know someone who does, this book is for you provides the lay public with a review on pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence and pelvic floor fitness. Dr. Romanzi has been a featured expert on the Today Show, The Dr. Oz Show and Good Morning America. Additional media credits include: NY Times, Fox 5, London Guardian, More Magazine, Redbook, Oprah Magazine, Telemundo, Radio Ritas, Dr. Radio, Cosmo Radio, London Times, Playboy Radio and Italian Playboy. Dr. Romanzi advises women with pelvic floor disorders who cannot travel to New York through her blog (www.urogynics.org/blog – ask Dr R feature). In 2008 she opened PHIT, the world's first medical spa devoted to Kegel -focused feminine rejuvenation (www.theperfectphit.com ). Dr. Romanzi's international work with Harvard Humanitarian Initiative, Surgeons Over Seas and other international groups includes teaching and volunteer surgery for women suffering childbirth injury and war trauma in Niger, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo.