How to Avoid Vitamin Deficiency for Seniors During the Winter Months

VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY IN THE WINTER & OLDER PEOPLE  

One of the most critical aspects of remaining healthy for older people is ensuring that they get the vitamins and nutrients that their bodies need. Vitamins have many health benefits for seniors, leading to a happier and healthier lifestyle.

An extremely important vitamin to take during the winter is vitamin D. People get less Vitamin D during the colder months, as the result of not being outside as often with the drop in temperature and challenging weather conditions.

Let’s take a closer look at vitamin D, its benefits, signs of not getting enough of it, and ways seniors can avoid a deficiency.

WHAT IS VITAMIN D?

According to the National Institutes of Health, vitamin D, also referred to as Calciferol is a fat-soluble vitamin naturally present in a few foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement. It is also produced when the Sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays strike the skin and trigger vitamin D synthesis. Good food sources for vitamin D include shrimp, salmon, egg yolk, yogurt, and fortified cereal.

Frontier Senior Living IS HERE TO HELP

Frontier is committed to all seniors living their best life and being as healthy as possible. Avoiding a vitamin D deficiency in older people is an important part of their overall well-being.  If you have any questions about vitamin D levels in an older loved one, our highly experienced team is here to help. We cordially invite you to visit one of our beautiful communities, take a tour and speak with our staff.