We don't know enough about healthy bones

A recent survey found only 5% of Kiwis were aware of the significance of vitamin D to bone health.

Vitamin D is crucial to healthy bones as it enhances the absorption of calcium. Few foods contain vitamin D, but our skin produces it when exposed to sunlight. Over one-third of people questioned knew that increasing calcium intake was important to reduce the risk of osteoporosis and around a quarter knew that weight-bearing exercise was important. Over 800 people took part in the survey carried out by AC Nielsen for Osteoporosis New Zealand.

Source: Osteoporosis New Zealand