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Vitamin D supplementation: position Statement of the Iberoamerican Society of Osteoporosis and Mineral Metabolism (SIBOMM).
Palacios, S, Cerdas, S, Da Silva, R, Paradas, A, Vargas, J, Mostajo, D, Tserotas, K, Danckers, L, Moreno, M, Navas, M, et al
Gynecological endocrinology : the official journal of the International Society of Gynecological Endocrinology. 2021;(1):10-14
Abstract
BACKGROUND Vitamin D (VD) deficiency is a global pandemic that affects more than a third of the population worldwide. The population of Latin America and the Caribbean exceeds 620 million inhabitants with diverse ethnic origins and different latitudes and altitudes, which make comparisons and generalizations difficult. AIM AND METHOD We sought to establish an expert consensus regarding the recommendations for VD supplementation in Latin America by means of the Delphi methodology. RESULTS The prophylactic dosage of VD in the general population should be individualized according to age, race, body weight, sun exposure of an individual, altitude, and dietary and exercise habits, without ruling out existing chronic diseases. CONCLUSION The importance of VD has been widely documented and its deficiency is a pandemic. Many individuals have difficulty meeting daily VD requirements through food and the sun. The population of Latin America and the Caribbean has diverse ethnics, cultures, in addition to living in different latitudes and altitudes. Therefore, it is important to make a position on VD supplementation, given the different characteristics, ages and serum levels of 25(OH)D.
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Diagnosis and management of vitamin D deficiency in the Gulf Cooperative Council (GCC) countries: an expert consensus summary statement from the GCC vitamin D advisory board.
Al Saleh, Y, Beshyah, SA, Hussein, W, Almadani, A, Hassoun, A, Al Mamari, A, Ba-Essa, E, Al-Dhafiri, E, Hassanein, M, Fouda, MA, et al
Archives of osteoporosis. 2020;(1):35
Abstract
OBJECTIVE A summary of recommendations is given within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) setting on the assessment and management of vitamin D deficiency in the region. METHODS An assembly of 11 regional experts gathered to formulate an all-inclusive approach to vitamin D deficiency within GCC. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION Several gaps were identified before regional guidelines could be developed. These include adequacy and standardization of vitamin D testing, frequency of repeated testing and reference ranges, distinguishing prevention from the treatment of vitamin D deficiency, quality assurance of vitamin D products sold within GCC including contents and origins of products, and cut-points for vitamin D levels in local populations. A platform is created that can be further developed for overall regional implementation.
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Final Declaration of the Asian Metaforum on the Role of Vitamin D and the Management of Osteoporosis.
Chan, SP, Chen, JF, Chu, LW, Van, DP, Hosking, D, Ip, TP, Koh, L, Kung, A, Lai, NS, Lau, E, et al
Public health nutrition. 2009;(4):578-80
Abstract
BACKGROUND Vitamin D is essential for Ca absorption, prevention of falls and fracture, and maintenance of muscle strength and balance. Lack of awareness of the importance of vitamin D in bone health is common in Asia. OBJECTIVE To define key statements, objectives and actions for improving osteoporosis management and vitamin D inadequacy in Asia. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION This declaration was jointly produced by specialists at the Asia Metaforum on the Role of Vitamin D and the Management of Osteoporosis, held in September 2006 in Hong Kong, to define actions to prevent vitamin D insufficiency in Asia. Although developed specifically for Asia, some or all of these statements may be applicable to other regions of the world.