30-40 % of people dislike swallowing pills (note: there are many other forms of Vitamin D)

What % of people dislike swallowing pills and why – Asked Perplexity AI Aug 2024

According to the search results, a significant percentage of people dislike or have difficulty swallowing pills:

• A nationwide survey found that 40% of American adults have experienced difficulty swallowing pills,
  •   even though they do not have issues swallowing food or liquids.

• One in three people (33%) will vomit, choke, or gag when swallowing pills.

• Research shows that 30% of people dislike or have trouble swallowing pills.

There are several reasons why people may dislike or have difficulty swallowing pills:

Physical Causes

• A hypersensitive gag reflex (also known as a laryngeal spasm)

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) - acid backing up into the esophagus may cause damage leading to spasms or narrowing

• Scleroderma - scar-like tissue buildup that can weaken the lower esophageal ring

• Radiation therapy - head and neck cancer treatment can cause swallowing disorders even years later

• Dry mouth

• Temporary conditions like taking antibiotics or undergoing chemotherapy

  Psychological Causes

• Emotional or anxiety issues, often stemming from a past negative experience

• Aversion to the taste of pills, as many have an unpleasant coating

• Fear of choking

  Other Factors

• Pill characteristics like size, shape, color and texture can impact swallowability

• There appears to be an association between younger age, female gender, poor mental health status and pill aversion

In summary, around 30-40% of people report disliking or having trouble swallowing pills due to a variety of physical, psychological and pill-related factors. This is a significant issue that can impact medication adherence and health outcomes if not properly addressed.

5 references in Perplexity AI

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See also VitaminDWiki

• Alternatives if not swallow pills or not absorb vitamin D

• How to get Vitamin D and cofactors without taking pills

• Pill swallowing problems by 40 percent of Americans - not a problem with vitamin D

• Topical Vitamin D provides more benefits than oral sometimes - many studies

• How to safely get Vitamin D at home from a UV lamp or LED

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Some forms on Amazon: Cream, Liquid, Spray

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Two simple ways to swallow pills

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Vitamin D capsule (can pour out the powder onto food or beverage)