Kühn J. et al.

doi:10.1007/s00394-012-0358-0

Summary

Experimental study testing UVB exposure of laying hens increases vitamin D3 content of eggs (Germany scope). Assesses impacts on outcomes and key measures (3–4× increase in vitamin D3; measures: LC-MS/MS vitamin D assays). Relevant to nutrition & health decision-making, with UK notes: Relevant for UK low vitamin D status.

UK applicability

Relevant for UK low vitamin D status

Key measures

LC-MS/MS vitamin D assays

Outcomes reported

3–4× increase in vitamin D3

Theme: Nutrition & health
Subject: Micronutrients & deficiencies
Study type: Experimental Study
Study design: Controlled trial
Source type: Peer-reviewed study
Status: Published
Geography: Germany
System type: UVB vs indoor
DOI: 10.1007/s00394-012-0358-0
Catalogue ID: XL0007

Topic tags

nutrition

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UVB exposure of laying hens increases vitamin D3 content of eggs