Vitamin D

What Does Vitamin D Do?

Vitamin D helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body. These nutrients are needed to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy. A lack of vitamin D can lead to bone deformities such as rickets in children, and bone pain caused by a condition called osteomalacia in adults.

Vitamins and minerals - Vitamin D - NHS

What happens when your vitamin D is low?

Vitamin D deficiency can lead to a loss of bone density, which can contribute to osteoporosis and fractures (broken bones). Severe vitamin D deficiency can also lead to other diseases. In children, it can cause rickets. Rickets is a rare disease that causes the bones to become soft and bend.Feb 28, 2017

How can I increase my vitamin D level?

7 Effective Ways to Increase Your Vitamin D Levels
  1. What is vitamin D? ...
  2. Spend time in sunlight. ...
  3. Consume fatty fish and seafood. ...
  4. Eat more mushrooms. ...
  5. Include egg yolks in your diet. ...
  6. Eat fortified foods. ...
  7. Take a supplement. ...
  8. Try a UV lamp.
Mar 17, 2019

How to Get Vitamin D: 7 Effective Ways - Healthline

What is the best vitamin D supplement?

Vitamin D supplements are available in two forms: D2 (ergocalciferol) and D3 (cholecalciferol). Both are effective, but at high dosages, D3 seems to be more effective.Sep 22, 2020

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