Pediatr. praxi. 2011;12(3):158-162

Sun, sun beds, vitamin D - and what about kids?

doc.MUDr.Karel Ettler, CSc.
Klinika nemocí kožních a pohlavních, FN Hradec Králové

Vitamin D is involved in bone tissue metabolism. Recently it has been suggested to prevent cancer and to have any other positive health

effects. UV radiation photosynthesis of vitamin D in the epidermis is its natural source. It could be controversial for some adverse

events of UV radiation on the skin. Sunbathing and photoprotection regarding vitamin D serum level and use of mineral sunscreens with

nanoparticules in kids are discussed here. Sun beds do not be a suitable source for vitamin D supply. The vitamin D supplementation is

possible by diet and drug delivery.

Keywords: vitamin D, photoprotection, sun beds, mineral sunscreens, nanoparticules

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