BEST FOOD SOURCES.
Fish Liver Oil, Sardines, Herrings, Salmon, Tuna, Milk, Dairy Products.
EFFECT ON BODY.
Aid in assimilating Vitamin A, Helps treat Conjunctivitis, Works with Calcium and Phosphorous for building strong teeth and bones, Preventing colds when combined
with Vitamins A and C.
DEFICIENCY.
Rickets, tooth decay, osteomalacia, osteoporosis.
DAILY REQUIREMENTS.
5-10 Micrograms mcg. for adults.
General CHARACTERISTICS.
Fat soluble, Acquired through sunlight or diet. A suntan prevents the production of Vitamin D through the skin from sunlight. Elderly or over-weight people may have Vitamin D deficiencies. Effectiveness is caused by lack of sunlight, Mineral oils and deficiencies can cause severe tooth decay, Rickets, Osteomalacia, Osteoporosis.