A study by Professor Akiko Kuwabara at Osaka Metropolitan University investigated risk factors for vitamin D deficiency (VDD) in 583 young Japanese women aged 18-40. Researchers examined factors such as age, lifestyle habits, diet, sun exposure, and medication use. Using a dietary history questionnaire and UV irradiation data, they developed a risk-scoring system, ViDDPreS, to predict vitamin D deficiency. This tool helps identify individuals at higher risk based on personal and environmental factors, supporting targeted prevention efforts.
New tool to assess the risk of vitamin D deficiency
A low-cost, easy-to-use tool.
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