More than 200 million people are suffering from osteoporosis. According to recent statistics from the International Osteoporosis Foundation, worldwide, 1 in 3 women over the age of 50 years and 1 in 5 men will experience osteoporotic fractures in their lifetime. The prevalence of low bone mass, among adults aged 50 is 43.1% and is higher among women (51.5%) than men (33.5%).
As we age, our capacity to produce vitamin D through sun exposure diminishes. This can be attributed to various factors, including reduced time spent in the sun, skin composition changes, and a natural decline in our ability to convert sunlight into vitamin D.
In summary, fat-soluble vitamins, like Vitamin D, are absorbed in the small intestine in a process that depends on the presence of dietary fats. Age-related factors can affect vitamin D production in the skin, while conditions like celiac disease and digestive disorders can hinder its absorption, leading to potential deficiencies. Understanding these relationships is vital for maintaining optimal nutritional health as we get older and those with specific medical conditions as Crohn’s disease or irritable bowel. Furthermore, individuals who’ve undergone weight loss surgeries involving changes to the digestive tract, such as gastric bypass surgery, may encounter difficulties in absorbing vitamin D and other fat-soluble nutrients. Check our blog on where to find best sources to integrate your daily diet.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21872800/
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