Symptoms and Complications of Vitamin D3 Deficiency

12. Bone Loss

The body needs calcium and phosphorus to build and maintain strong bones, and both nutrients require vitamin D for this process. When vitamin D levels drop to an unhealthy level, people, particularly women, are susceptible to bone loss and bone-thinning diseases such as osteoporosis. After menopause, women need to take care to get enough vitamin D and eat calcium-rich foods to help protect against these risks. Children are also susceptible to bone loss, which can lead to diseases such as rickets.