ABSTRACT

Obesity is one of the most common disorders in today’s day and age. It is defined as the abnormal accumulation of fat in the body that leads to impairment of health. It arises due to the sedentary lifestyle of the individual or due to the genetic heritage or the consumption of foods high in fat and sugar. It is predicted to rise in the upcoming years and is an emerging problem in developing countries. Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin, which is derived endogenously from sunlight or can be obtained by the consumption of oil-rich fish, egg, milk, etc. It is a secosteroid that has two biological compounds - Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) and Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). Vitamin D is required by the body for the regulation of calcium and phosphorus levels. The daily allowance of vitamin D is 40 to 80 ng/mL. Deficiency of vitamin D in the body occurs due to poor absorption, increased need or reduced intake. This leads to an increased incidence of disease such as diseases of the cardiovascular system, cancers of ovary and breast, and obesity. Recent findings have concluded the association between obesity and the levels of vitamin D in the body. This article reviews the association of vitamin D and obesity. The review also explores treatment of obesity with supplementation of Vitamin D. Clear studies for examining the role of Vitamin D in obesity correctly is required to properly treat obesity. Keywords: Vitamin D; Metabolism; Supplementation; Calcium; Obesity; Overweight
Publication date: 01/08/2021

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2021/10.8.1013