Evidence supporting the use of: Vitamin D3
For the body system: Parathyroid Glands

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Source of validity: Scientific
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Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) plays a crucial and well-validated role in supporting the parathyroid glands and the regulation of calcium homeostasis in the body. The parathyroid glands produce parathyroid hormone (PTH), which is essential for maintaining stable levels of calcium in the blood. Vitamin D3 enhances intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphate, which is necessary for bone health and metabolic functions. When vitamin D levels are low, calcium absorption decreases, prompting the parathyroid glands to secrete more PTH in an attempt to maintain normal blood calcium levels. Chronic vitamin D deficiency can thus lead to secondary hyperparathyroidism, a condition characterized by overactivity of the parathyroid glands due to prolonged low calcium levels. Numerous clinical studies and authoritative guidelines (including those from the Endocrine Society and the Institute of Medicine) support the use of vitamin D3 supplementation to prevent and treat secondary hyperparathyroidism, particularly in populations at risk for deficiency such as the elderly, individuals with limited sun exposure, or those with malabsorption syndromes. In summary, the use of vitamin D3 to support the parathyroid gland system is strongly rooted in scientific evidence and is a standard of care in both prevention and management of disorders related to calcium metabolism.

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