Symptoms of Vitamin D Deficiency in Women
Jul 25, 2021
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Yong
Introduction
Vitamin D deficiency in women leads to reduced calcium absorption, increased bone calcium loss, decreased bone mineral density, premature onset of osteoporosis, and an elevated risk of fractures. Since vitamin D enhances the body’s absorption of calcium, its deficiency commonly manifests as bone and muscle pain. Additionally, vitamin D deficiency impairs immune function and increases susceptibility to metabolic disorders.
Vitamin D is a critically important vitamin for maintaining skeletal health. It can be obtained from dietary sources or synthesized endogenously through sun exposure. Women are more prone to vitamin D deficiency, which impairs calcium absorption, increases bone calcium loss, reduces bone mineral density, and predisposes individuals to premature osteoporosis and fractures. Moreover, since vitamin D enhances intestinal calcium absorption, its deficiency adversely affects skeletal health, commonly manifesting as bone and muscle pain. Additionally, vitamin D deficiency compromises immune function and increases susceptibility to metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes.
