calciferol
Bone-strengthening nutrient
Calciferol is vitamin D, specifically the forms D₂ (ergocalciferol) and D₃ (cholecalciferol).
The body uses it to absorb calcium and maintain bone health.
Calciferol supplements treat vitamin D deficiency: The doctor prescribed calciferol for her low vitamin D levels.
Radiance from our star
- UVBMedium-wave ultraviolet light
- fatty fishLipid-dense aquatic food
- cod liver oilFish-derived nutrient liquid
- fortified milkMilk with added vitamins
egg yolks · mushrooms · fortified cereals · salmon · mackerel · sardines · tuna · beef liver
Nutritional bone-weakening illness
- hypocalcemiaDeficient serum calcium levels
- bone painDiscomfort in skeletal tissue
- muscle weaknessReduced contractile capacity
- fracturesBreaks in rigid material
bone deformities · tetany · malabsorption · immunodeficiency · fatigue · depression · delayed development
Inactive hormonal precursor
- fat-solubleDissolves in lipids
- sterolWaxy membrane compound
- bioactiveAffecting living tissue
- liverAbdominal detoxifying organ
kidney · metabolism · synthesis · conversion · receptor · binding
Enclosed dose container
- softgelPliable capsule for supplements
- dropsDescends or releases
- tabletFlat portable computing device
- IUIndiana's flagship university
dosage · daily intake · fortification · over-the-counter · prescription · maintenance · toxicity · upper limit
Glow-in-dark element
- bone densityMineral content per volume
- mineralizationConversion to mineral form
- osteoporosisDisease weakening skeletal structure
- osteoblastsBone-synthesizing cells
sunlight
Radiance from our star
- UVBMedium-wave ultraviolet light
- fatty fishLipid-dense aquatic food
- cod liver oilFish-derived nutrient liquid
fortified milk · egg yolks · mushrooms · fortified cereals · salmon · mackerel · sardines · tuna · beef liver · cheese
rickets
Nutritional bone-weakening illness
- hypocalcemiaDeficient serum calcium levels
- bone painDiscomfort in skeletal tissue
- muscle weaknessReduced contractile capacity
fractures · bone deformities · tetany · malabsorption · immunodeficiency · fatigue · depression · delayed development
prohormone
Inactive hormonal precursor
- fat-solubleDissolves in lipids
- sterolWaxy membrane compound
- bioactiveAffecting living tissue
liver · kidney · metabolism · synthesis · conversion · receptor · binding
capsule
Enclosed dose container
IU · dosage · daily intake · fortification · over-the-counter · prescription · maintenance · toxicity · upper limit · blood levels
phosphorus
Glow-in-dark element
- bone densityMineral content per volume
- mineralizationConversion to mineral form
- osteoporosisDisease weakening skeletal structure
- vitaminsvitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin C
- Fat-Solublevitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, retinol
- steroidssteroid, cortisol, testosterone, estrogen, progesterone
- Vitamin Dvitamin D, vitamin D2, vitamin D3, 1
calciferolvitamin C
Essential water-soluble antioxidant
ascorbic acid · vitamin B12 · thiamine · riboflavin · niacin