Episode 106

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24th Nov 2025

#106: How Vitamin D Transforms Mood, Immunity & Energy

Do you ever feel your mood dip as the days grow shorter?

You’re not alone — millions experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) each year, often without realizing what’s behind it. In this episode of Beyond the Pills, we shed light on one of the most overlooked causes of seasonal mood changes — Vitamin D deficiency.

I’m joined by our Chief Marketing Officer, Tara LaFon Gooch, who shares how a simple shift in her wellness routine helped her find joy and energy again during the darker months.

Like many of us, Tara noticed that every fall her energy dropped, motivation faded, and anxiety crept in. When we ran her labs, the root cause became clear — her Vitamin D levels were critically low.

Within weeks of supplementing consistently, she began to feel like herself again: “It was like the clouds lifted. My smile came back and it wasn’t forced anymore.”

Vitamin D isn’t just a vitamin; it’s a hormone that regulates mood, sleep, and immune balance. Low levels can lead to depression, fatigue, and the winter blues — yet it’s one of the simplest things to restore.

In this episode, we break down:

  • The link between Vitamin D, serotonin, and seasonal mood shifts
  • How to safely raise your levels (the D3 + K2 combo matters!)
  • Simple daily habits to support sunlight, sleep, and emotional balance

You’ll learn why mood issues often have metabolic roots and how aligning your biology can reignite your vitality.

This is why Vitamin D3 will be featured in our new Wellness Made Simple Starter Kits.

Each kit includes foundational supplements, at-home labs, and the Clean 14 reset to help you reduce inflammation, balance hormones, and reclaim your energy — even when the days grow dark.

Because you don’t have to wait for spring to feel light again.

Listen now to discover how restoring your Vitamin D can help you overcome seasonal fatigue, stabilize your mood, and live brighter — naturally. ☀️

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