Vitamin D helps in the absorption of calcium. It is available through diet but is also produced by the body when we are exposed to sunlight.
Just 10-15 minutes exposure on the hands, face and arms three times per week is enough to meet the body's requirement of vitamin D.
Good dietary sources of vitamin D include:
Oily fish
Meat
Eggs
Dairy products
Margarines (vitamin D is added to all margarines)
Fortified breakfast cereals
Vitamin D deficiency is not uncommon in old people, particularly in those who are housebound or are in nursing or residential homes. If you are not able to get outside or have a poor diet, you may need a calcium and vitamin D supplement. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure.
Caution: do not take any vitamin D supplements unless under medical supervision.
Vitamin D deficiency is not uncommon in old people, particularly in those who are housebound or are in nursing or residential homes. If you are not able to get outside or have a poor diet, you may need a calcium and vitamin D supplement. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure.
Caution: do not take any vitamin D supplements unless under medical supervision.
