What is the effect of skin pigmentation on vitamin D synthesis?
The Importance of Vitamin D for Your Body: Synthesis and Functions Explained
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The video explores the importance of vitamin D for bone health, immune function, and calcium absorption. It explains the synthesis of vitamin D3 in the skin through UV exposure and its dietary sources. The video details the conversion processes in the liver and kidneys, leading to the active form of vitamin D. It highlights the role of parathyroid hormone in calcium regulation and discusses potential health benefits and risks of vitamin D deficiency.
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How does the liver regulate blood levels of 25 hydroxy Cholecalciferol?
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What is the final active form of vitamin D and where is it converted?
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What are the potential effects of vitamin D on the immune system?
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