Millions of Brits at risk of serious health problems thanks to poor vitamin D intakes

4 months ago 30th Jun 13:07

Millions of British people are at risk of developing serious health conditions because of low vitamin D levels declares a new scientific review commissioned by the Health Supplements Information Service (HSIS).

Despite the proven health benefits of vitamin D, about three quarters of British adults fail to reach even their basic requirements thanks to poor dietary intakes and a lack of sun in this country. Now nutrition experts are calling for the shortfall in our diets to be made up by improved dietary intakes and vitamin D supplementation. As studies show, supplementation has a guaranteed effect on vitamin D status.

In this latest study review, called ‘Health Impacts of Vitamin D: Are We Getting Enough?’, independent researchers analysed the current evidence surrounding vitamin D. The aims were to identify the main health benefits associated with the vitamin and to explore issues surrounding optimal daily intakes.

In this video leading dietitian Dr Carrie Ruxton talks about the study.

For more information on vitamins and minerals visit www.HSIS.org.uk.