Forti-D 2000 Mechanism of Action

This product contains vitamin D. Vitamin D is required for normal bone formation. Vitamin D acts to maintain normal concentrations of calcium and phosphorus in plasma, mainly by facilitating calcium absorption from the small intestine and by enhancing the parathyroid hormone (PTH)-mediated mobilization of calcium and phosphorus from bone. The active form of vitamin D increases the production of calcium-binding proteins in the lining of the small intestine. Vitamin D deficiency develops when both sunlight exposure and dietary intake are inadequate. Insufficiency is associated with negative calcium balance, bone loss and increased risk of skeletal fracture. Vitamin D has been shown to have an important role in strengthening immunity and may decrease risks from some respiratory infections. Vitamin D deficiency is closely associated with an increased risk of developing chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cognitive decline and depression, thus, dietary supplementation may be beneficial.