According to official health claims by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), Vitamin D contributes to:
- Normal absorption and utilization of calcium and phosphorus.
- Maintaining normal blood calcium levels.
- Maintaining normal bone and teeth condition.
- Maintaining normal muscle function.
- Normal functioning of the immune system.
- Normal functioning of the immune system and normal bone development in children.
- Reducing the risk of falls associated with postural instability and muscle weakness. Falls are a risk factor for fractures among men and women aged 60 years and older.