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Vitamin D deficiency in the UK: a 23-year-old teacher's collapse at work and rising deficiency among young people

Saskia Reeves-Priestley, a 23-year-old teacher who played football four times a week, collapsed at work — tests showed her vitamin D level was almost at zero. According to the National Diet and Nutrition Survey, deficiency has been identified in nearly a quarter of adolescents aged 11–18, especially girls. Doctors and scientists are calling for raising the diagnostic threshold and considering mandatory food fortification. Saskia Reeves-Priestley, a 23-year-old teacher who played football four times a week, collapsed at work — tests showed her vitamin D level was nearly zero. According to the National Diet and Nutrition Survey, deficiency was found in almost a quarter of adolescents aged 11–18, especially girls. Doctors and scientists are calling for the diagnostic threshold to be raised and for mandatory food fortification to be considered.

Otabek Yusupov
3 min read
Health

Protein products for teenagers: demand is growing while experts warn of risks

A University of Michigan survey found that nearly half of parents of teenagers aged 13–17 reported their children consuming protein products over the past year. The German Nutrition Society (DGE) believes that healthy people, including athletes, do not need special protein supplements, and that excess protein can harm the kidneys and contribute to excess weight.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
Science

Doctor Explains How to Fight Iodine Deficiency in the Body

Endocrinologist Maria Matveeva told Izvestia that up to 40% of the population suffers from thyroid diseases, and in 80% of cases they are linked to iodine deficiency. She recommended iodized salt and seafood, named daily iodine norms, and warned against taking supplements on one's own.

Sevara Azamova
2 min read
Science

Scientists linked plant protein to reduced risk of sarcopenic obesity and slower biological aging

Chinese researchers analyzed data from more than 15 thousand people and found that active consumption of plant protein is associated with a reduced risk of sarcopenic obesity by approximately 14% and a biological age on average 10–11 months lower than the calculated value. No consistent association was found for animal protein. The results were published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition.

Javlon Tursunov
2 min read
Science

Are you eating your food correctly?

Did you know that you should give up tea with milk, that stewed tomatoes are healthier, and that cinnamon can be added not only to coffee or baked goods? We explain which foods you are eating incorrectly and how to get the maximum benefit from them. Improper cooking and storage lead to the loss of important nutrients, so experts recommend getting vitamins and minerals from food rather than relying only on supplements. Read more in issue No. 42 of the Darakchi Plus newspaper dated 15.10.2026. Subscription to Darakchi Plus for 2026 is open at any post office.

Madina Usmonova
2 min read