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Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin
Description
Vitamin D, often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin," is a nutrient that plays a vital role in numerous bodily functions, including bone health, muscle function, and immune system regulation. While the body can produce vitamin D through exposure to sunlight, it can also be obtained through certain foods and supplements.
Associated Diseases
Deficiency of vitamin D has been linked to several health conditions, including:
- Rickets: A bone disease in children that leads to soft and weakened bones.
- Osteomalacia: A bone disease in adults that results in weak and brittle bones.
- Osteoporosis: A bone disease that decreases bone density, making bones more susceptible to fractures.
- Certain types of cancer, such as breast cancer and colon cancer.
Did you Know ?
According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, approximately 40% of Americans have insufficient vitamin D levels.
