Kids could suffer bone, heart damage later if lacking vitamin D - USA Today

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The Plain Dealer - cleveland.comKids could suffer bone, heart damage later if lacking vitamin DUSA TodaySeven out of 10 children and young adults don't get enough vitamin D, which could increase their risk for bone and heart problems, a study suggests today. A study of more than 6000 children and young adults published ...Ten health risks from low Vitamin D levelseMaxHealthVideos: how Vitamin D3 influences 55% reduction in breast cancer ...Examiner.comVitamin D advocates push for higher dosesSeattle Timesall 12 news articles »

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The Plain Dealer is the major daily newspaper of Cleveland, Ohio. It has the largest circulation of any Ohio newspaper, right? As what I have read, Vitamin D is found in many dietary sources such as fish, eggs, fortified milk, and cod liver oil. The sun also contributes significantly to the daily production of vitamin D, and as little as 10 minutes of exposure is thought to be enough to prevent deficiencies. The term "vitamin D" refers to several different forms of this vitamin. Two forms are important in humans: ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) and cholecalciferol (vitamin D3). Vitamin D2 is synthesized by plants. Vitamin D3 is synthesized by humans in the skin when it is exposed to ultraviolet-B (UVB) rays from sunlight. Foods may be fortified with vitamin D2 or D3.

The major biologic function of vitamin D is to maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium, helping to form and maintain strong bones. Recently, research also suggests vitamin D may provide protection from osteoporosis, hypertension (high blood pressure), cancer, and several autoimmune diseases.


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