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Uploaded byProf Viyatprajna Acharya
Vitamin D-edited on 22.07.21
The document provides a comprehensive overview of vitamin D, covering its history, chemistry, metabolism, biochemical functions, deficiency manifestations, dietary sources, and the regulation of its synthesis. It discusses various health implications related to vitamin D deficiency, including rickets and osteomalacia, while also highlighting its roles in immunity and potential benefits against diseases such as diabetes and cancer. A clinical case study of an 18-month-old boy illustrates the practical implications of vitamin D deficiency.
