Guidance
Update information
Update information
August 2017: The guideline was updated after publication of the SACN vitamin D and health report 2016. We have amended the definition of at-risk groups, updated links to the new report and updated reference nutrient intake details.
May 2017: The introduction, recommendations 1 and 6, the context section and the glossary have been updated after publication of the SACN vitamin D and health report 2016. The changes have amended specific population age ranges, updated links to the new report and updated reference nutrient intake details.
Minor changes since publication
December 2020: We clarified in recommendation 10 that not all the specific population groups in the guideline are advised to have a daily vitamin D supplement. We also changed 'darker skin' to 'dark skin'. These changes are in line with the latest NHS guidance on vitamin D supplementation.