Types & Functions
What are the two main types of Vitamin D?
What are D2 and D3?
What natural phenomenon is the body’s main source of Vitamin D?
What is sunlight?
How many micrograms per day should an infant get?
What is 10 micrograms?
What is the scientific name for Vitamin D deficiency?
What is Hypovitaminosis D?
What condition results from too much Vitamin D?
What is hypercalcemia?
Which two minerals does Vitamin D help the body absorb?
What are calcium and phosphorus?
Name one type of fish rich in Vitamin D.
What is salmon / tuna / sardines / mackerel?
How many micrograms per day do adults under 70 need?
What is 15 micrograms?
What is the deficiency called when it occurs in children?
What is rickets?
What builds up in the blood during Vitamin D overdose?
What is calcium?
What organ system benefits the most from Vitamin D’s role in calcium absorption?
What is the skeletal system?
What organ meat and its oil are known for being high in Vitamin D?
What are animal livers or cod liver oil?
What is the recommended daily intake for adults over 70?
What is 20 micrograms?
Name one symptom of low Vitamin D.
What are bone pain / muscle weakness / fractures / mood changes / joint pain?
Name one symptom of hypercalcemia.
What are stomach aches / vomiting / weakness / frequent urination?
Name one additional health benefit associated with Vitamin D besides bone health.
What is improved immune function / reduced seasonal depression / reduced heart disease risk?
Name one fortified (manufactured) product that often has Vitamin D added.
What is milk / cereal / orange juice / yogurt / margarine / tofu / protein shakes?
About how long in sunlight gives most people their daily dose of Vitamin D?
What is about 15 minutes?
What causes Hypovitaminosis D?
What is not getting enough Vitamin D from diet or sunlight?
What is one way to treat Vitamin D overconsumption?
What is stopping excess Vitamin D intake and taking corticosteroids?
True or False: Vitamin D only affects bones.
False.
Which plant that was listed naturally produces Vitamin D?
What are mushrooms?
What factors might cause someone to need more or less Vitamin D than average?
What are age, medical conditions, or life stage?
What is the main goal of treatment for Vitamin D deficiency?
What is restoring Vitamin D levels through supplements or sunlight exposure?
True or False: It’s easy to overdose on Vitamin D from sunlight.
False.