RICKETS
, Causes of Rickets
Calcium Deficiency Vitamin D Deficiency
Calcium is another critical nutrient Vitamin D is essential for calcium
for bone health. Inadequate calcium absorption in the body. Lack of
intake, whether due to poor diet or exposure to sunlight or insufficient
specific health conditions, dietary intake can lead to rickets.
contributes to rickets. Food sources This deficiency is particularly
rich in calcium include dairy common during winter months or
products, leafy greens, and fortified in areas with limited sunlight. As a
foods. Parents must ensure that result, children's bone
children receive adequate amounts development can be severely
through diet to support strong bone affected, leading to weak bones.
structure.
, Causes of Rickets
Calcium Deficiency Vitamin D Deficiency
Calcium is another critical nutrient Vitamin D is essential for calcium
for bone health. Inadequate calcium absorption in the body. Lack of
intake, whether due to poor diet or exposure to sunlight or insufficient
specific health conditions, dietary intake can lead to rickets.
contributes to rickets. Food sources This deficiency is particularly
rich in calcium include dairy common during winter months or
products, leafy greens, and fortified in areas with limited sunlight. As a
foods. Parents must ensure that result, children's bone
children receive adequate amounts development can be severely
through diet to support strong bone affected, leading to weak bones.
structure.
