vitamin D
US /ˈvaɪ.t̬ə.mɪn diː/
UK /ˈvaɪ.t̬ə.mɪn diː/
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a group of fat-soluble secosteroids responsible for increasing intestinal absorption of calcium, magnesium, and phosphate, and multiple other biological effects.
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Sunlight helps the body produce vitamin D.
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Many foods are fortified with vitamin D to prevent deficiencies.