Vitamin D promotes calcium absorption in the gut and boosts bone growth in our body. It also helps strengthen our immune system. Vitamin D deficiency can result in brittle bones, leading to rickets in children and osteoporosis in older adults. Our bodies create Vitamin D when triggered by the sun’s UV rays. However, in theUK, we often don’t get enough sunlight since the sun doesn’t shine long enough year-round. Taking Vitamin D supplements year-round is a great way to make sure you stay topped up with enough Vitamin D.
While we can get Vitamin D from fortified foods, doctors recommend taking a 10µg (microgram) Vitamin D supplement daily.
