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Vitamin D: How Much Is Enough for Indians?

Deficiency is common in India — here is what to know.

Medically reviewed
Updated 2026

Get tested first

Serum 25-OH vitamin D is the standard test. Doses depend on your level and comorbidities.

Sun and diet

Twenty minutes of sunlight on arms and face, along with a diet including eggs, fish, and fortified foods, all help.

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