As the body ages, its ability to absorb and synthesize certain vitamins naturally declines — sometimes without obvious symptoms. A wellness-focused overview highlights three nutrients that may deserve closer attention for adults over 60: Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and Vitamin C.
In brief
- —Aging reduces the body’s ability to absorb vitamins D and B12
- —Vitamin C supports collagen in blood vessels and skin
- —A doctor should be consulted before starting any supplement
Vitamin D: why aging skin and kidneys produce less of it
Older skin becomes less efficient at synthesizing Vitamin D from sunlight, and aging kidneys are less able to convert it into its active, usable form. This double decline can leave many older adults with lower levels than they realize.
