Vitamin D Deficiency In India
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High-Dose Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Diabetes Risk By 19% In Genetically Predisposed Adults: Study
- Friday April 24, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The study involved adults who took either 4,000 IU of vitamin D daily or a placebo for about 2.5 years. While the original D2d results didn't show any drop in overall diabetes risk across all participants, the new study revealed targeted benefits.
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www.ndtv.com
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Fortified Milk vs Egg Yolks: Which Has More Vitamin D?
- Friday April 10, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
67% of the Indian population is deficient in vitamin D. Here is how fortified milk and egg yolks can supply the body with its required dose of vitamin D and why the quantity you eat it in matters for correcting your levels.
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www.ndtv.com
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Is Your Brain Shrinking? Why Your Current Vitamin D Levels Could Matter In 20 Years
- Thursday April 9, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
A new study says that your vitamin D level in your 30s and 40s is a determining factor of your brain age in your 60s and 70s. This is another reason to pay attention to your vitamin D levels to ensure your brain remains sharp and alert in your later
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www.ndtv.com
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Silent Muscle Loss After 60: New Indian Guidelines Flag Sarcopenia Risk
- Monday March 9, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
New Indian clinical guidelines warn that age-related muscle loss, or sarcopenia, is an under-recognised health risk affecting millions of older adults.
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www.ndtv.com
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Delhi's Toxic Air Hides Another Health Crisis: 'Sunshine Vitamin' Deficiency
- Wednesday November 5, 2025
- India News | Reported by Tanushka Dutta
As air quality across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) worsens, a hidden health concern is emerging - a surge in vitamin D deficiency. With thick smog cutting off sunlight, doctors are now urging residents to take supplements.
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www.ndtv.com
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Sunday Health Reset: Sunlight, Vitamin D And Weekend Outdoor Rituals
- Sunday October 26, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
As India's winter smog sets in, our exposure to sunlight and natural vitamin D drops. Here's how mindful weekend outdoor rituals can help balance health, boost immunity, and protect you from seasonal deficiencies despite hazy skies.
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www.ndtv.com
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Vitamin D Deficiency: Know Why You Should Get Your Levels Checked
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Varsha Vats
Vitamin D helps with calcium absorption in the body. Low levels of vitamin D and calcium can increase the risk of bone-related conditions.
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doctor.ndtv.com
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Winter And Arthritis: Why Cold Weather Can Worsen Symptoms And How To Manage It
- Friday December 6, 2024
- Health | NDTV Health Desk
Low vitamin D can trigger immune system alterations that can lead to bodily aches, easy fatigue, and general discomfort, making it more difficult for certain people to cure their illness.
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www.ndtv.com
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Running Low On Sunshine Vitamin? Here's How You Can Prevent Vitamin D Deficiency During Winter Season
- Wednesday December 4, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Vitamin D, often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin," plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal health. However, during the winter season, when sunlight exposure decreases significantly, many people in India and worldwide face a risk of deficiency.
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doctor.ndtv.com
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Is Vitamin D Deficiency Common? Here Are Foods To Prevent It
- Monday October 31, 2022
- Health | Manya Singh
Vitamin D deficiency: Besides sunbathing, here are vitamin D-rich foods you should add to your daily diet to overcome or prevent vitamin D deficiency.
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www.ndtv.com
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Vitamin D Foods: 4 Healthy And Delish Milkshake Recipes You Can Try Making At Home
- Tuesday July 23, 2019
- NDTV Food Desk
According to some experts, cow milk is fortified with vitamin D. It is replete with protein, calcium and B vitamins. A nice tall glass of milk everyday could help keep your bone and teeth strong.
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food.ndtv.com
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How Much Vitamin D Is Too Much Vitamin D?
- Thursday November 12, 2020
- Dr. Preethi Raj
Vitamin D deficiency is growing at a very fast pace. What's alarming is that many people consume Vitamin D supplements without consulting a medical practitioner and being unaware whether or not their body needs Vitamin D at the first place.
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food.ndtv.com
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High-Dose Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Diabetes Risk By 19% In Genetically Predisposed Adults: Study
- Friday April 24, 2026
- Health | Written by Debosmita Ghosh
The study involved adults who took either 4,000 IU of vitamin D daily or a placebo for about 2.5 years. While the original D2d results didn't show any drop in overall diabetes risk across all participants, the new study revealed targeted benefits.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Fortified Milk vs Egg Yolks: Which Has More Vitamin D?
- Friday April 10, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
67% of the Indian population is deficient in vitamin D. Here is how fortified milk and egg yolks can supply the body with its required dose of vitamin D and why the quantity you eat it in matters for correcting your levels.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Is Your Brain Shrinking? Why Your Current Vitamin D Levels Could Matter In 20 Years
- Thursday April 9, 2026
- Health | Written by Rupashi Chhabra
A new study says that your vitamin D level in your 30s and 40s is a determining factor of your brain age in your 60s and 70s. This is another reason to pay attention to your vitamin D levels to ensure your brain remains sharp and alert in your later
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www.ndtv.com
-
Silent Muscle Loss After 60: New Indian Guidelines Flag Sarcopenia Risk
- Monday March 9, 2026
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
New Indian clinical guidelines warn that age-related muscle loss, or sarcopenia, is an under-recognised health risk affecting millions of older adults.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Delhi's Toxic Air Hides Another Health Crisis: 'Sunshine Vitamin' Deficiency
- Wednesday November 5, 2025
- India News | Reported by Tanushka Dutta
As air quality across Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) worsens, a hidden health concern is emerging - a surge in vitamin D deficiency. With thick smog cutting off sunlight, doctors are now urging residents to take supplements.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Sunday Health Reset: Sunlight, Vitamin D And Weekend Outdoor Rituals
- Sunday October 26, 2025
- Health | Written by Shreya Goswami
As India's winter smog sets in, our exposure to sunlight and natural vitamin D drops. Here's how mindful weekend outdoor rituals can help balance health, boost immunity, and protect you from seasonal deficiencies despite hazy skies.
-
www.ndtv.com
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Vitamin D Deficiency: Know Why You Should Get Your Levels Checked
- Wednesday February 5, 2025
- Varsha Vats
Vitamin D helps with calcium absorption in the body. Low levels of vitamin D and calcium can increase the risk of bone-related conditions.
-
doctor.ndtv.com
-
Winter And Arthritis: Why Cold Weather Can Worsen Symptoms And How To Manage It
- Friday December 6, 2024
- Health | NDTV Health Desk
Low vitamin D can trigger immune system alterations that can lead to bodily aches, easy fatigue, and general discomfort, making it more difficult for certain people to cure their illness.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Running Low On Sunshine Vitamin? Here's How You Can Prevent Vitamin D Deficiency During Winter Season
- Wednesday December 4, 2024
- Aayushi Singh Chauhan
Vitamin D, often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin," plays a crucial role in maintaining optimal health. However, during the winter season, when sunlight exposure decreases significantly, many people in India and worldwide face a risk of deficiency.
-
doctor.ndtv.com
-
Is Vitamin D Deficiency Common? Here Are Foods To Prevent It
- Monday October 31, 2022
- Health | Manya Singh
Vitamin D deficiency: Besides sunbathing, here are vitamin D-rich foods you should add to your daily diet to overcome or prevent vitamin D deficiency.
-
www.ndtv.com
-
Vitamin D Foods: 4 Healthy And Delish Milkshake Recipes You Can Try Making At Home
- Tuesday July 23, 2019
- NDTV Food Desk
According to some experts, cow milk is fortified with vitamin D. It is replete with protein, calcium and B vitamins. A nice tall glass of milk everyday could help keep your bone and teeth strong.
-
food.ndtv.com
-
How Much Vitamin D Is Too Much Vitamin D?
- Thursday November 12, 2020
- Dr. Preethi Raj
Vitamin D deficiency is growing at a very fast pace. What's alarming is that many people consume Vitamin D supplements without consulting a medical practitioner and being unaware whether or not their body needs Vitamin D at the first place.
-
food.ndtv.com