Your Health: Simple steps to a better you.

As a parent or caregiver, your child's health and well-being are your top priorities. You strive to create a nurturing environment that fosters their growth and development. But have you heard of rickets, a condition that can affect a child's bone health? While uncommon, rickets can have a significant impact on a growing child's life. This guide empowers you with knowledge about rickets, its causes, and most importantly, how to prevent it. (Image:  Rickets, a nutritional disease ) Understanding Rickets: The Building Blocks of Strong Bones Imagine building a house with weak bricks. The structure wouldn't be very sturdy, would it? That's what happens in rickets. Our bodies need vitamin D to absorb calcium and phosphorus, the essential minerals that act as the building blocks for strong bones. When there's a lack of vitamin D, these minerals don't get absorbed properly, leading to weak and soft bones in growing children. This can cause bone deformities, pain, a