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Vitamin D

publication date: Jul 30, 2009
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author/source: Tristan Loo
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What are Some Other Names for Vitamin D?

  • Cholecalciferol
  • "Sunshine Vitamin"
Description of Vitamin D

Vitamin D is responsible for the absorption of the mineral Calcium as well as phosphorous necessary to construct bone. Vitamin D is an essential vitamin for bone growth and maintenance. Vitamin D comes in the form of either a tablet or capsule.

What are Some Benefits of Vitamin D?
  • Regulates bone growth and repair
  • Promotes strong bones and teeth
  • Prevents rickets (softening of bones) in children
  • May delay aging
  • May reduce risk of breast cancer
What are Some Natural Sources of Vitamin D?
  • Cod-liver oil
  • Herring
  • Mackerel
  • Salmon
  • Sardines
  • Tuna
  • Sunlight