7 weekly habits to keep your bones strong, say top dietitiansKeeping bones strong needs simple weekly habits like good food, movement, sleep and basic check-ins. Dietitians say nutrients such as calci...
27 Nov, 2025, 01.31 AM IST
Understanding the critical role of vitamin deficiencies: Symptoms, diagnosis, and successful treatment strategiesVitamin deficiencies, affecting millions globally, occur when the body lacks essential micronutrients. These shortages can stem from inadeq...
14 Nov, 2025, 07.30 AM IST
Apollo doctor advises: 3 food habits to maximise Vitamin D absorption in the body for stronger bones and immunityDr. Sudhir Kumar, a senior neurologist at Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, shared three simple yet effective ways to improve Vitamin D absorpti...
04 Nov, 2025, 11.17 AM IST
The one vitamin you must prioritize this winter to avoid fractured bones: Tips to avoid deficiencyWinter brings shorter days and reduced sunlight, which can lead to vitamin D deficiency, affecting bone strength, muscle function, and immu...
17 Oct, 2025, 02.09 AM IST
How to keep your bones strong this winter: Orthopaedic tips on vitamin D, exercise, calcium-rich foods, and what to avoidKeeping Bones Healthy in Winter: Winter’s chill can weaken bones. Dr Debashish Chanda of CK Birla Hospital recommends simple habits to keep...
12 Oct, 2025, 05.50 PM IST
Depression could be first sign of vitamin D deficiency. Check 5 other early symptoms before it's too lateVitamin D deficiency is a widespread yet often undiagnosed condition that can affect bones, muscles, immunity, and mental health. One of th...
06 Oct, 2025, 08.29 PM IST
‘The most wasteful health intervention’: Award-winning hepatologist warns against taking Vitamin D supplements randomlyDr. Cyriac Abby Philips, The Liver Doc, advises against indiscriminate vitamin D supplementation and routine level checks without medical n...
14 Sep, 2025, 10.24 AM IST
One in five Indians lack this key vitamin: Experts raise alarm over silent health crisisA staggering one in five Indians are vitamin D deficient, with cities like Vadodara, Surat, and Delhi severely affected, reveals a new repo...
12 Apr, 2025, 04.17 PM IST
Why you should be extra careful while taking Vitamin D; Doctors warn of severe complications like Kidney diseaseDoctors warn against large vitamin D injections. They can harm bones and cause kidney stones. Monthly supplements are safer. Sunlight is th...
28 Nov, 2024, 03.14 PM IST
Vitamin D deficiency may lead to colon cancer and dementia, reports. How can you protect yourself?Vitamin D is crucial in many ways including prevention of dementia and colon cancer. Taking supplements is critical for some individuals in...
13 May, 2024, 09.54 PM IST
Man's death due to Vitamin D overdose raises alarm. Are you taking too much?The death of David Mitchener in Surrey, UK, due to excessive vitamin D consumption has highlighted the need for changes in supplement packa...
02 Mar, 2024, 11.59 AM IST
7 health risks associated with vitamin D deficiency: Depression, brittle bones, poor heart healthVitamin D is a fat-soluble nutrient that is essential for our health. It plays a key role in boosting our immunity as well as bone health.
18 Dec, 2023, 06.22 PM IST
No, vitamin D pills won't help with fractured bones if you have osteoporosisContrary to popular belief, the new study shows that vitamin D pills can't protect bones from fractures.
28 Jul, 2022, 05.19 PM IST
Calcium, vitamin D supplements may not lower fracture riskSupplements aren't associated with less risk for new fractures, regardless of the sex of the patient, their fracture history.
01 Jan, 2018, 04.52 PM IST
Suffering from low bone density? Include dairy products in your daily dietVitamin D supplements also help protect against bone loss.
02 Mar, 2017, 05.43 PM IST
65-70% Indians are Vitamin D deficient. Here's why you should worryFor starters, Vitamin D is not a simple vitamin. It is a steroid hormone that impacts virtually every cell in the body.
20 Jul, 2016, 06.22 PM IST
Large number of Indian men have OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is a medical condition wherein the bones become brittle and fragile. It is generally associated with women.
07 Sep, 2015, 06.43 PM IST