Dr. Pavlova recalled the importance of vitamin D, especially for the elderly.
Why with age
Endocrinologist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Moscow State University Zukhra Pavlova spoke regarding the importance of vitamin D, especially in winter. Due to the lack of sun, a reduced concentration of this vitamin occurs in 50-92% of adult Russians, regardless of the season.
Why is vitamin D so important? It is a prohormone that affects all organs and systems of our body. First of all, it helps the body absorb calcium and phosphorus. With its deficiency, there will be no strong bones, rickets will develop in childhood, osteoporosis in an adult, and the risk of fractures in the elderly increases many times over, writes Zukhra Pavlova in her TG channel.
Vitamin D needed
Vitamin D helps slow the progression of dementia in old age. There are studies proving an increased risk of developing cancer with a long-term deficiency of this vitamin.
Yes, this vitamin D is found in cod liver, fatty fish, caviar, egg yolk, butter, milk, and some types of mushrooms. However, it is almost impossible to completely compensate for the deficiency of this vitamin only through food.
How to take it correctly
Therefore, it is best to fill its deficiency with the help of dietary supplements and vitamin preparations. The Russian Association of Endocrinologists recommends a dosage of 600-800 IU per day for people aged 18-50 to prevent deficiency. Over 50 years of age, a dosage of 800-1000 IU per day is recommended.
Particular attention is paid to vitamin D to elderly and obese people – they have a higher risk of deficiency of this substance.
“I urge everyone living in our northern latitudes to take care of replenishing their vitamin D levels in winter,” recommends Dr. Pavlova.