Due to increasing pollution in Delhi-NCR, sunlight is not reaching the body properly, which is increasing the risk of vitamin D deficiency in people. Vitamin D helps maintain strong bones.

Amid rising pollution and smog in Delhi-NCR, a new concern has emerged. Due to dust and smoke in the air, sunlight is unable to reach the body properly. Consequently, people are increasingly experiencing a deficiency of an essential nutrient. Many experts advise taking vitamin supplements during this season to help prevent this. So, let's now tell you which vitamins people in Delhi-NCR may be deficient in.

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Due to increasing pollution in Delhi-NCR, sunlight is not reaching the body properly, which is increasing vitamin D deficiency in people. Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that helps maintain strong bones, boost immunity, and absorb calcium and phosphorus. Its main source is sunlight.

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Every winter in Delhi, due to haze and pollution, sunlight is severely limited. Experts say that air pollution blocks UVB rays from reaching the ground, preventing the body from getting enough vitamin D.

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Experts also point out that the sun's rays don't reach the skin from November to January. Therefore, during this time, adults are advised to take 2000 IU of vitamin D daily, teenagers 1000 IU, and young children 600 to 1000 IU.

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A report by ICRIER and the Anvka Foundation found that one in five Indians is deficient in vitamin D. The problem is most severe in the eastern parts of the country, where about 39 percent of people suffer from it.

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According to several studies, vitamin D deficiency is more prevalent in cities than in rural areas. People spend longer in rooms and offices, spend less time in the sun, and pollution prevents light from reaching the skin.

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Experts say that taking excessive amounts of vitamin D supplements can also be harmful. This can lead to problems like hypercalcemia, frequent urination, weakness, and kidney stones.

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Vitamin D deficiency can also cause symptoms like fatigue, bone and back pain, muscle weakness, mood swings, frequent infections, slow wound healing and bone problems.