Tag: Low wbc count

While vitamin D is known to be a crucial immunomodulator, affecting the function of various immune cells, research has not confirmed it as a direct cause of a low white blood cell (WBC) count, also known as leukopenia. This article investigates the nuanced relationship, looking at supporting evidence, other causes of low WBC, and the overall impact of vitamin D on your immune system.

A study on malnourished mice found that, while cow's milk helped immune function, only human milk directly normalized the number of leukocytes (white blood cells) in the blood. This highlights that, while milk is nutritious, the direct connection between drinking standard milk and increasing your white blood cell count is not supported by evidence.