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n 20 October, the World Day Against Osteoporosis will focus on food.In this context, remember that vitamin D is an essential element in the osteoporosis treatment because it allows the body to absorb calcium foods or supplements. Warning : vitamin D is not repaired by the food unlike calcium.
The vitamin D for bone health
Most patients with osteoporosis know that calcium is important but does not realize that vitamin D is just as much for the health of their bones.
Vitamin D is an essential element in osteoporosis treatment because it allows the body to absorb calcium foods or supplements.
Without vitamin D, calcium absorption is reduced, leading then a bone resorption and a decrease in bone mineral density and, therefore, a higher risk of fractures.
In Belgium, vitamin D deficiency is a reality. Unlike calcium, few foods contain vitamin D : only a few fatty fish, liver oil ...
The greatest source of vitamin D comes from exposure to the sun. But excessive exposure to UV-B is not advisable because of the serious risks it entails (melanoma).
It is therefore crucial to call doctors and patients to realize that vitamin D supplements is essential.
For the provision is effective with patients who suffer from a deficiency of vitamin D, they must receive a minimum of 400 (IU) per day.
