Vitamin D Deficiency

How winter's hormonal shifts and low sunlight affect reproductive health

Fewer daylight hours and winter stress can disrupt hormonal signalling, affecting fertility in both men and women. Specialists explain the seasonal effects and how to manage them

Updated On: 17 Dec 2025 | 3:34 PM IST

Can daily sunscreen use put you at risk of low vitamin D levels over time?

From incidental sun exposure to supplementation, experts explain why daily sunscreen use is unlikely to be the hidden cause of low vitamin D

Updated On: 16 Dec 2025 | 2:00 PM IST

Can low vitamin D increase depression risk? Global evidence says yes

A global review of 66 studies across 31 countries finds adults with very low vitamin D levels face a higher risk of depression, especially when levels drop below 30 nmol/L

Updated On: 18 Nov 2025 | 10:25 AM IST

Nearly half of Indians tested suffer from vitamin D deficiency: Study

Vitamin D deficiency remains particularly high among adolescents and working-age adults, largely due to indoor lifestyles and limited sun exposure

Updated On: 29 Oct 2025 | 4:59 PM IST

Do you really need that daily multivitamin? Doctors decode the facts

Multivitamins may seem like a quick fix for busy lives but doctors say they help only in specific cases and can harm when overused

Updated On: 19 Sep 2025 | 3:29 PM IST

Vitamin D toxicity: Excess levels can cause kidney stones, heart problems

Understanding how excess vitamin D affects the body can help prevent kidney injury and heart complications. Experts recommend periodic tests and safe supplementation

Updated On: 15 Aug 2025 | 5:22 PM IST

Vitamin D and B12 deficiencies: A growing public health concern in India

Urban lifestyles, dietary habits, and lack of awareness are fuelling a crisis doctors say is vastly underestimated

Updated On: 07 Aug 2025 | 3:41 PM IST

Could a special vitamin D3 boost ease core autism symptoms in children?

A new study finds that nano-form vitamin D3 significantly improves language, behaviour, and social skills in children aged 3-6 diagnosed with autism

Updated On: 15 Jul 2025 | 8:47 PM IST

Can sunlight alone meet your vitamin D requirement? Study explains

Despite regular sun exposure, you may still lack enough vitamin D. Here's what experts suggest to meet your body's needs

Updated On: 08 Jul 2025 | 12:42 PM IST

India battles a silent epidemic: Why vitamin D deficiency is a big worry

Over one in five Indians suffer from vitamin D deficiency, increasing the risk of rickets and osteoporosis. Experts are now calling for a national strategy, food fortification, and greater awareness

Updated On: 10 Apr 2025 | 3:43 PM IST

Here're the reasons why you should increase your Vitamin D intake

Vitamin D is one of the most important vitamins for our overall health, but many people are not getting enough of this vitamin

Updated On: 24 Nov 2019 | 12:45 AM IST

Is Vitamin D deficiency the new epidemic sweeping the country?

Veenu Sandhu sets out to answer the question and find some solutions

Updated On: 17 Feb 2018 | 5:49 AM IST