1,2Ĥ/ Although most of this evidence has been demonstrated in adults, these guidelines will focus on vitamin D and role in bone health in school age children.ĥ/ The main natural source of vitamin D in humans is from the dermal synthesis of pre-vitamin D following exposure to sunlight. Adequate levels of vitamin D are also associated with other health benefitsģ/ Low levels of vitamin D is associated with a range of diseases including osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, multiple sclerosis and mental health issues. It is fat soluble and is stored in adipose tissue when dermal synthesis and dietary intake exceed daily requirements (this is important as, during the winter months, these stores are used when the critical wavelength in sunlight is insufficient for the dermal synthesis of vitamin D in the body).Ģ/ Recent evidence suggests that vitamin D may also help in the prevention of many other diseases.
1/ Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that contributes to healthy, strong bones and helps to control the amount of calcium in the blood.
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