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Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin. It is also known as the “sunshine vitamin” as our body is capable of producing vitamin D in the presence of sunlight.
One of the most important functions of vitamin D in the body is that, it is required to absorb calcium. Calcium is required by the body for strengthening of bones and teeth and several other crucial functions.
So what do we need to know about vitamin D deficiency symptoms?
Vitamin D deficiency occurs when there is reduced intake of vitamin D or when it is not absorbed properly. Vitamin D deficiency symptoms are observed in people who do not receive sufficient exposure to sunlight. Reduced exposure to sun leads to dwindling of vitamin D synthesis by the skin, followed by other vitamin D deficiency symptoms.
Depending on the stage of life, vitamin D deficiency can lead to
Common vitamin D deficiency symptoms:
Signs and symptoms of rickets:
Vitamin D deficiency symptoms arise when calcium levels in the body drop. Progressive symptoms of rickets include muscle cramps and twitching, tingling sensation in hands and feet, fits.
A closer look at vitamin D deficiency symptoms definitely highlights the importance of vitamin D for everyone. It may be through sunlight exposure, through diet or through supplementation.