Vitamin D Absorption explores the crucial role of Vitamin D in overall health, highlighting how sunlight, diet, and supplements influence its levels.
The book addresses the pervasive issue of Vitamin D deficiency despite readily available sources.
It investigates the physiological processes of absorption, metabolism, and utilization, emphasizing that a nuanced understanding is key to preventing deficiency.
A surprising fact is that factors like skin pigmentation and latitude significantly impact Vitamin D synthesis from sunlight, while bioavailability varies among dietary sources.
The book progresses from the fundamentals of Vitamin D, including its chemical forms and roles in bone health and immune function, to exploring sources like sunlight, diet, and supplements.
It examines factors leading to deficiency, such as insufficient intake and malabsorption.
Supported by scientific literature and epidemiological studies, the book adopts a scientific yet accessible tone, empowering readers to make informed decisions about their health.
It also addresses controversies surrounding optimal serum levels and supplementation strategies.