Campaign to increase vitamin D in diet

Ryan has been campaigning for three years to persuade the Scottish Government to supplement orange juice in schools with vitamin D to prevent multiple sclerosis (MS) in children. His campaign began after his mother was diagnosed with MS, which he believes was due to a lack of sunlight and vitamin D. Despite evidence of vitamin D deficiency in Scotland, the government requires clinical trials before mass supplementation. Critics argue trials are too slow, and immediate action is needed as Scotland has high MS rates and low vitamin D levels. The debate continues as Ryan and his family advocate for change.

What motivated Ryan to start his campaign for vitamin D supplementation in schools?

• A government initiative

• A school project on nutrition

• His mother's diagnosis with multiple sclerosis

• His own diagnosis with multiple sclerosis

What is the estimated number of people with multiple sclerosis in Scotland?

• 2,500

• 100,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

Why is the Scottish Government hesitant to implement vitamin D supplementation?

• Lack of public interest

• Insufficient clinical trial evidence

• Opposition from schools

• High cost of implementation

What is a major argument against waiting for clinical trials before supplementing vitamin D?

• Trials are too expensive

• Trials are unnecessary

• Trials will take too long

• Trials are already completed

What is the main reason for advocating vitamin D supplementation in Scotland?

• High rates of multiple sclerosis and low vitamin D levels

• Government funding for health initiatives

• Increased sunlight exposure

• Public demand for supplements