UNIT 4: VITAMINS, HERBS, &

NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS:
Vitamin D & Turmeric

Eric J. Sugrue
Department of Health and Wellness, Purdue Global
University
HW499: Bachelor’s Capstone in Health and
Wellness
Professor Mark Maule
February 01, 2022
 Introduction to Vitamin D & Turmeric
Vitamin D Turmeric

 Fat-Soluble vitamin, meaning it can be  Has been used in a variety of cultures for

consumed through food thousands of years

 Sources include the following; food,  Contains compounds of medical properties

sunlight, and supplements like curcumunoids.

 Roles of vitamin D in the body  Plant based comparable to ginger

 From start to finish humans need vitamin  Promoted as a dietary supplement

D
 Pertinence of Vitamin D & Turmeric
Vitamin D Turmeric

 Bone growth  Natural nutrient

 Lifelong brain cell activity/development  Plenty of health benefits

 Prevention of disease  Cost effective

 Benefits of Vitamin D & Turmeric
Vitamin D Turmeric

 Fights diseases  Anti-inflammatory

 Regulates mood/depression  Boost brain-derived neurotrophic factor

 Weight loss  Lower risk of heart disease

 Helps with cognitive function  Benefit against depression

 Risks Associated with
Vitamin D & Turmeric
Vitamin D Turmeric

 Nausea/Vomiting  Kidney stone formation

 Interactions with Medications  Bleeding disorder

 Too much sun exposure  Negative interactions with medications

 Pregnant & Breastfeeding women

 Impacts Within the Community
Vitamin D & Turmeric

 Helps prolong life expectancy

 Public Safety Officials become healthier

 More active people

 Healthier Lifestyles
 Practitioners Thoughts About Vitamin D &
Turmeric
Vitamin D Vitamin D

 Is a natural supplement  New use in Western medicine

 We need it to survive  Consult with medical professional

 Deficiencies can be detrimental  Make sure it is used for the right reasons

 Proper use
 Population Specificity: Police Officers and
Their Family
 To reduce depression

 Help maintain a balanced life

 Teamwork to help grow healthy

 Importance of Police and their support system

 Where to Purchase Vitamin D & Turmeric

Vitamin D Turmeric

 Food; any convenience store, grocery, or  Plant; whole foods, Meijer, and like

supermarket. supermarket

 Supplement; GNC, CVS, Walgreens, and  Supplement; CVS, Walgreens, or any

any where there is a pharmacy market that has a pharmacy

 Sunlight; can be obtained for 10-15  Gardening

minutes twice a week. This is beneficial

for all individuals

 References:

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Cleveland Clinic. (2019, October 23). How to get more vitamin D from your food. Health
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Gunnars, K. (2021, May 10). 10 proven health benefits of turmeric and curcumin.
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National Institutes of Health. (2021, August 17). Vitamin D. Office of Dietary Supplements
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