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Vitamin D
Recommended Daily Intake
| 400 IU for adults <50 and children |
800 IU for adults 51 - 70 yrs |
1200 IU for the elderly (>70 yrs) |
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Food Sources
Egg yolk
Liver
Fatty fish
Fortified dairy products
Problems Associated with Deficiencies
Rickets
Osteomalacia
Accelerated osteoporosis
Functions/Potential Benefits at Recommended Levels
Helps prevent and cure Rickets in children
Necessary for strong bones and normal growth in children
Helps the body use calcium and phosphorus properly
May help to maintain healthy bones
Necessary for calcium absorption
Potential Benefits Under Investigation
Reduces the risk of colorectal cancer
Reduces the risk of breast cancer
Special Considerations/Possible Adverse Effects with Excess Intake
Tolerable Upper Intake Level (UL) is set at 2,000 IU/day
* Information in this chart is not intended to provide a complete review on any topic.
** The information in this chart is in reference to healthy adults only, not to children or pregnant and lactating women. |
