WHY do WE NEED VITAMIN D'
PREGNANCY
Mothers need enough vita-
min D for both yourself and
your developing or recently
born infants for:
+ uncomplicated pregnancy
healthier, full term baby
+ developed immune system
If you are not getting
enough vitamin D yourself,
it is very important to give
your baby a liquid vitamin
D supplement dmp.
INFANTS
Not getting enough
vitamin D means your
babys bones can become
soft, are more likely to
break, and your baby is
also more likely to develop
rickets. Important for:
+ strong, healthy bones
+ immune development
CHILDREN
Vitamin D is still important
for strong healthy bones.
Research suggests it is also
important for:
+ strong teeth
+ strong immune system
+ protection from ear
infections
+ protection from sore
throats
ADULTS
Vitamin D is important in
almost every area of health:
+ supports a strong
immune system
+ helps protect from cancer
+ helps regulate blood
pressure
+ supports brain and
mental health
ELDERLY
Taking vitamin D as you
get older is important, as it
is harder to get outside and
make vitamin D from the
sun. Important for:
+ maintain balance
+ reduce likelihood of falling
+ decrease the risk of fracture
+ maintain cognitive function
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