According to a recent report published in the journal Osteoporosis International, researchers have reviewed a number of research articles on vitamin D supplementation and have concluded that oral calcifediol is more effective in increasing serum vitamin D levels compared to oral cholecalciferol. Vitamin D deficiency is widely prevalent around the world and may range from a modest to severe deficiency. Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption, maintaining bone density and for the overall well-being of an individual.
Cholecalciferol (vitamin D 3 ) and ergocalciferol (vitamin D 2 ) are most frequently used for vitamin D supplementation. The study has, however, shown that supplementation with oral calcifediol is more effective in improving the overall vitamin D status as compared to oral cholecalciferol. Further, the report also states that: Oral calcifediol is more effective in…
