EFFECTS OF VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY ON ANTHROPOMETRIC PARAMETERS IN SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN LIVING IN RURAL AREAS
Abstract
This article explores the impact of vitamin D deficiency on the anthropometric indicators of school-aged children living in rural areas. Vitamin D plays a vital role in bone structure, growth, and overall development. In rural areas, limited access to diverse food sources and insufficient sunlight exposure often lead to vitamin D deficiency among children. The study analyzes key anthropometric parameters such as height, weight, and body mass index (BMI). The results reveal that vitamin D deficiency contributes to stunted growth, low body weight, and reduced BMI in children. The article provides recommendations to address vitamin D deficiency, including improving dietary intake and increasing sunlight exposure.
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