For my end studies project, I really wanted to focus on a public health issue. I chose the vitamin D deficiency, because this issue touches a large population. In fact, 80% of the population of France and other northern countries are affected by this. This issue is so prevalent, because 90% of our need of this vitamin comes from the sun. However for six months out of the year, the sun is too far from us and we are not able to naturally obtain the vitamin D levels that are essential to us.
A correct quantity of vitamin D in the blood reduces the risk of cancer, improves symptoms of depression, and strengthens our muscles and bones. Vitamin D is crucial to a healthy immune system.
Today, specialists agree that the population at large needs additional supplements of this vitamin.
My challenge was to find a way to
> supply a daily dose of natural vitamin D to make it a habit of the French
Our option today is to supplement ourselves with some pills, with products that look like medication. I explored new options to offset the deficiency in our society, and leave behind old methods of oral consumption of vitamin D; a solution that improves health and has a pleasant flavor.
