Dietary Vitamin D Intake Among Elderly Residents in a Veterans’ Centre

2010 ◽  
Vol 71 (1) ◽  
pp. 49-52 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathryn L. Hall ◽  
Caroline E. Denda ◽  
Helen Yeung
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Nutritional Supplements ◽  
Total Sample ◽  
Vitamin D Supplementation ◽  
Dietary Vitamin ◽  
Term Care ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Dietary Vitamin D

Purpose: Dietary vitamin D intake was assessed among residents in a long-term care (LTC) facility, so that recommendations could be made about vitamin D supplementation. Methods: Three-day tray audits were completed for allmeals and snacks, including nutritional supplements (Boost™and/or high-protein pudding). Total daily and three-day vitamin D intake was calculated for each resident, and the total sample was compared with the recommended Adequate Intake (AI) of 600 IU. Vitamin D content was calculated using the Canadian Nutrient File and product labels. Resident charts were reviewed for micronutrient supplements and diagnoses. Results: The daily average vitamin D available to and consumed by 30 residents was 414 IU and 295 IU, respectively. Those provided with nutritional supplements received an average of 480 IU and consumed 357 IU, while those without received an average of 245 IU and consumed 207 IU. Thirty-three percent of residents were diagnosed with osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and falls and/or fractures. Vitamin Dmicronutrient supplementation varied from above 600 IU (43%) to below 600 IU (30%) to no supplementation (27%). Conclusions:None of the study participantsmet the recommended AI of 600 IU through dietary sources alone. Study results suggest that all LTC residents require vitamin Dmicronutrient supplementation of at least 400 IU to achieve the recommended AI of 600 IU.

scholarly journals Vitamin D Intake in Slovenian Adolescents, Adults, and the Elderly Population

Nutrients ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (10) ◽  
pp. 3528
Author(s):  
Maša Hribar ◽  
Hristo Hristov ◽  
Živa Lavriša ◽  
Barbara Koroušić Seljak ◽  
Matej Gregorič ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Vitamin D Deficiency ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Dietary Vitamin ◽  
Food Groups ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Study Results ◽  
Using Data ◽  
Dietary Vitamin D

Vitamin D is involved in calcium and phosphorus metabolism, and is vital for numerous bodily functions. In the absence of sufficient UV-B light-induced skin biosynthesis, dietary intake becomes the most important source of vitamin D. In the absence of biosynthesis, the recommended dietary vitamin D intake is 10–20 µg/day. Major contributors to dietary vitamin D intake are the few foods naturally containing vitamin D (i.e., fish), enriched foods, and supplements. The present study aimed to estimate the vitamin D intake in Slovenia, to identify food groups that notably contribute to vitamin D intake, and to predict the effects of hypothetical mandatory milk fortification. This study was conducted using data collected by the national cross-sectional food consumption survey (SI.Menu) in adolescents (n = 468; 10–17 years), adults (n = 364; 18–64 years), and the elderly (n = 416; 65–74 years). Data collection was carried out between March 2017 and April 2018 using the EU Menu Methodology, which included two 24-hour recalls, and a food propensity questionnaire. Very low vitamin D intakes were found; many did not even meet the threshold for very low vitamin D intake (2.5 µg/day). Mean daily vitamin D intake was 2.7, 2.9, and 2.5 µg in adolescents, adults, and the elderly, respectively. Daily energy intake was found to be a significant predictor of vitamin D intake in all population groups. In adolescents and adults, sex was also found to be a significant predictor, with higher vitamin D intake in males. The study results explained the previously reported high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in Slovenia. An efficient policy approach is required to address the risk of vitamin D deficiency, particularly in vulnerable populations.

Assessment of Dietary Vitamin D Intake and Compliance With Recommended Vitamin D Supplementation in Division I Collegiate Athletes

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 204-213
Author(s):  
M. Alison Brooks ◽  
Rachel B. Parks ◽  
Jennifer L. Sanfilippo ◽  
Neil C. Binkley ◽  
Mikel R. Stiffler
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Collegiate Athletes ◽  
Vitamin D Supplementation ◽  
Division I ◽  
Dietary Vitamin ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Dietary Vitamin D

Long-term dietary vitamin D intake and risk of fracture and osteoporosis: A longitudinal cohort study of Swedish middle-aged and elderly women

Bone ◽  
2012 ◽  
Vol 50 ◽  
pp. S136-S137 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Snellman⁎ ◽  
L. Byberg ◽  
E. Warensjö Lemming ◽  
H. Melhus ◽  
R. Gedeborg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Cohort Study ◽  
Elderly Women ◽  
Longitudinal Cohort Study ◽  
Dietary Vitamin ◽  
Longitudinal Cohort ◽  
Risk Of Fracture ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Dietary Vitamin D

Association of vitamin D with incident glaucoma: findings from the Women’s Health Initiative

2021 ◽  
pp. jim-2020-001645
Author(s):  
Laura D Carbone ◽  
Karen Johnson ◽  
Joseph C Larson ◽  
Fridtjof Thomas ◽  
Jean Wactawski-Wende ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Women's Health ◽  
Postmenopausal Women ◽  
Serum Levels ◽  
Dietary Vitamin ◽  
Health Initiative ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Vitamin D Supplements ◽  
Dietary Vitamin D ◽  
The Women’S Health Initiative

The relationship between vitamin D and glaucoma is controversial. The objective of this study was to examine women from the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) to determine if there is an association between vitamin D and incident glaucoma in postmenopausal women. We examined the association between dietary vitamin D intake, vitamin D supplements and serum 25 hydroxyvitamin D (25(OH)D) levels and the risk of developing glaucoma. 143,389 postmenopausal women from the WHI including a subset with serum 25(OH) D measurements were examined to determine the association of dietary, supplemental and serum levels of vitamin D to the development of glaucoma. Dietary intakes of vitamin D, use of vitamin D supplements and serum levels of 25(OH) D were predictors examined for the main outcome of incident glaucoma. In multivariable models adjusted for demographic, clinical variables and medication use, dietary vitamin D, vitamin D supplements, total vitamin D intake (diet plus supplements) and serum 25 (OH) D measurements were not significantly associated with incident glaucoma. In the CaD placebo-controlled intervention clinical trial, there was also no association in the active intervention arm with glaucoma. We conclude that dietary vitamin D intake, supplements and serum levels are not significantly related to the risk of developing glaucoma in postmenopausal women.

scholarly journals High Prevalence of Vitamin D Inadequacy During Late Postpartum in Canadian Mothers

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. 790-790
Author(s):  
Sarah Montgomery ◽  
Angella Lee ◽  
Nasime Sarbar ◽  
Deborah Zibrik ◽  
Yvonne Lamers
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
British Columbia ◽  
Dietary Intake ◽  
Dietary Vitamin ◽  
Nutrient Deficiencies ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Convenience Sample ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Pregnancy And Postpartum ◽  
Dietary Vitamin D

Abstract Objectives To assess maternal dietary intake and adequacy at postpartum and to determine whether lifestyle characteristics and breastfeeding status are related to nutrient intakes. Methods We analyzed cross-sectional data from a convenience sample of 129 mothers at 18-mo postpartum, whose families were enrolled into a randomized toddler intervention trial, in the Lower Mainland, British Columbia, Canada. The Canadian Diet History Questionnaire II (C-DHQ II) was used to estimate usual dietary intake in the mothers during the preceding 12 months (i.e., between 6- to 18-mo postpartum). Implausible energy intakes were defined as <600 kcal/day or >3500 kcals/day, and excluded from analysis. Demographic and lifestyle characteristic data about the pregnancy and postpartum time period were collected using a questionnaire. Results Maternal mean (SD) age at birth was 33.5 (4.0) years and most women were of European (46%) or Asian (38%) ethnicity, and had Bachelor's degree or higher education (70%). About 75%, 88%, and 89% did not meet their dietary requirements (i.e., intake below the EAR) for fiber, potassium, and vitamin D intakes, from food only, respectively. Considering total dietary intake from food and supplements, the prevalence of dietary vitamin D inadequacy was 25%. Women of European ethnicity had higher vitamin D intake (median (IQR) in mg/1000kcal/day: 19.5 (7.26,101)) compared to Asian women (10.8 (3.87, 21.1); P < 0.05). Dietary vitamin D intake was higher in breastfeeding (i.e., providing breastmilk as primary milk source, i.e., ³2 times/day, to their 18-mo old toddlers) compared to non- or occasionally breastfeeding mothers (20.0 (10.5, 61.1) versus 14.9 (4.28, 26.7) mg/1000kcal/day; P < 0.05). Conclusions While most Canadian mothers in this sample met the EARs for most nutrients, the prevalence of dietary inadequacy was very high for vitamin D, potassium, and fiber. Some population groups may be especially at risk of developing nutrient deficiencies in this period of life characterized by postpartum recovery and transition; targeted public health strategies may be needed to address these deficiencies. Funding Sources This study is supported by The University of British Columbia, and the British Columbia Children's Hospital Research Institute, Canada, and is funded by Société des Produits Nestlé S.A.

scholarly journals Association Between Vitamin D and Hyperuricemia Among Adults in the United States

2020 ◽  
Vol 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yi-Ying Zhang ◽  
Hong-Bin Qiu ◽  
Jin-Wei Tian
Keyword(s):  
Vitamin D ◽  
Uric Acid ◽  
Serum Uric Acid ◽  
The United States ◽  
Dietary Vitamin ◽  
Multivariable Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Total Vitamin ◽  
Vitamin D Intake ◽  
Supplemental Vitamin ◽  
Dietary Vitamin D

Background: Serum uric acid can act as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and as antioxidant defense. Vitamin D deficiency can activate the parathyroid to induce the release of parathyroid hormone, which was thought to increase serum uric acid level, and low vitamin D status may also be associated with risk of CVD. No known studies have explored the association between serum 25(OH) D, vitamin D intake, and HU for the American population.Methods: We extracted 15,723 US adults aged 20–85 years from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) in 2007–2014. All dietary intakes were evaluated through 24-h dietary recalls. Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to examine the associations after adjustment for confounders.Results: Compared to the lowest quintile (Q1), for males, adjusted odds ratios (ORs) of HU in Q2 to Q4 of serum 25(OH) D levels were 0.78 (95% CI, 0.65–0.93), 0.97 (0.81–1.16), and 0.72 (0.60–0.88); ORs in Q2–Q5 of total vitamin D intake were 0.83 (0.69–0.98), 0.69 (0.58–0.83), 0.66 (0.55–0.79), and 0.59 (0.48–0.71), respectively. In females, OR was 0.80 (0.66–0.97) of serum 25(OH) D for Q3, and ORs in Q5 of total vitamin D intake were 0.80 (0.65–0.98).Conclusions: Our findings indicated that the serum 25(OH) D intakes of dietary vitamin D, supplemental vitamin D, and total vitamin D were inversely associated with HU in males. In females, a lower risk of HU with higher serum 25(OH) D, dietary vitamin D, and total vitamin D intake was found, but with no association between supplemental vitamin D intake and the risk of HU.

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