Vitamin D Deficiency: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Summary
Vitamin D is essential for bone and muscle strength, immune support, and calcium absorption. Deficiency can cause body aches, fatigue, and serious bone diseases. Sun exposure and dietary sources can help maintain adequate levels.
Key Points
- Vitamin D plays a crucial role in bone health, muscle strength, and immunity.
- Lack of sunlight exposure and lifestyle changes are increasing Vitamin D deficiency.
- Deficiency can lead to rickets, osteomalacia, osteoporosis, and increased infection risk.
- Sun exposure and diet including milk, eggs, fish, and mushrooms help prevent deficiency.
