The Scottish government has begun distribution information urging people to get enough vitamin D in an effort to reduce rates of rickets, cancer and autoimmune diseases.
The body naturally produces vitamin D upon exposure to sunlight. Moderate deficiency is believed to hamper the immune system, while severe deficiency can lead to the softening and weakening of bones and teeth.
"Vitamin D is key to maintaining healthy bones," Health Secretary Nicola Sturgeon said. "Young children have a high risk of deficiency and we are seeing an increase in reported cases of rickets in Scotland. These conditions are easily prevented by improving diet and taking a supplement if you are at risk. Recent research suggests that vitamin D deficiency may also contribute to a range of other medical conditions. The Scottish government are keen to continue to monitor this evidence."
The body can produce all the vitamin D it needs in only a fraction of the time it takes to burn -- 10 to 15 minutes a day is sufficient for light-skinned people. Read more...
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