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Which one among the following diseases is caused due to deficiency of Vitamin D in humans?
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Which one among the following diseases is caused due to deficiency of Vitamin D in humans?

A.

Beriberi

B.

Scurvy

C.

Rickets

D.

Pneumonia

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Rickets. Rickets is a disease caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D in humans. It primarily affects children, leading to weakened and softened bones, which can result in bone deformities such as bowed legs and stunted growth. Vitamin D is essential for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, minerals crucial for bone health. A lack of Vitamin D leads to improper bone mineralization, causing rickets. Information Booster:Vitamin D is known as the "sunshine vitamin" because the body produces it when the skin is exposed to sunlight. It can also be obtained through dietary sources like fish, eggs, and fortified foods. Symptoms of rickets include delayed growth, pain in the spine, pelvis, and legs, as well as muscle weakness. Prevention of rickets involves adequate exposure to sunlight and a diet rich in Vitamin D and calcium.

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