Body mass but not vitamin D status is associated with bone mineral content and density in young school children in northern Sweden

Background: High latitude of residence where sun exposure is limited affects vitamin D status. Although vitamin D levels have been associated with poor bone health, cut-off values for optimising bone health are yet to be decided. Objective: To assess vitamin D intake and status among young school ch...

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Main Authors: Frida K. Videhult, Inger Öhlund, Olle Hernell, Christina E. West
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Swedish Nutrition Foundation 2016-03-01
Series:Food & Nutrition Research
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Online Access:http://www.foodandnutritionresearch.net/index.php/fnr/article/view/30045/45357