Today, 10:25 | author: Irina Mikhalkova | Photo ru.depositphotos.com
Scientists from the University of California, San Diego have found that the intestines play a crucial role in the activation of vitamin D in the body. Stool samples from 567 elderly men were analyzed, as well as vitamin D levels and forms.
The bottom line is that vitamin D, obtained from the sun or from supplements, is brought into active form by gut bacteria. In fact, it doesn’t matter how much vitamin a person takes. If the intestine has failed to activate it, then there will be no benefit.
When specialists examine tests for vitamin D content, in the laboratory they see only an inactive precursor. It is impossible for this indicator to assess whether a person is experiencing a D.
Scientists have found that in order for the amount of the active form of the vitamin to be sufficient in the body, 12 specific types of bacteria are needed. They are responsible for the health of the intestinal mucosa.
“Vitamin D production and breakdown rates may be the best indicators of underlying health problems, as well as indicate the best ways to adjust its level in the body,” – said study author Deborah Kado.
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