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Why is vitamin D essential for the human body?
What is the primary source of vitamin D for adolescents who do not receive enough from fortified foods?
Which of the following groups is at the highest risk of vitamin D deficiency?
What is the reason for revising vitamin D recommendations for adolescents?
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What is the purpose of vitamin D supplements for adolescents?
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Study Notes
Vitamin Recommendations for Teenagers
- Vitamin recommendations increase during the teen years
- Some vitamin recommendations for adolescents are similar to those for adults
Importance of Vitamin D
- Vitamin D is essential for bone growth and development
- Many adolescents are vitamin D deficient, especially:
- Blacks
- Females
- Overweight adolescents
- Risk of deficiency is higher if adolescents do not receive enough vitamin D from:
- Fortified foods (e.g. milk, cereals)
- Daily sun exposure
- Supplements may be necessary for adolescents who do not receive enough vitamin D
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Description
Learn about the importance of vitamin D for teenagers, including bone growth and development, and factors that increase the risk of deficiency.
