Vitamin D deficiency is becoming common in both young and elderly with people largely following a sedentary lifestyle, and neglecting the important nutrients in their daily diet. Lack of Vitamin D can impact several aspects of our well-being, considering the nutrient is important in a range of important functions. Low Vitamin D levels impact calcium and phosphorous absorption which can increase the risk of bone-related problems like osteoporosis. It also causes muscle pain and weakness. The deficiency of Vitamin D is also linked to depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. A study published in UK Biobank found that Vitamin D deficiency was associated with increased mortality for total cancers and four specific cancers.
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin and is naturally present in certain foods like oily fish, red meat, and liver and can be added to others by way of fortification. Sunlight can help us get Vitamin D as ultraviolet (UV) rays can trigger vitamin D synthesis.
