Vitamin D and calcium for bone health

In most individuals vitamin supplementation is not necessary if a diet is balanced. However, vitamin D and calcium supplementation is encouraged in postmenopausal women for bone health. Further vitamin D levels in south Asian populations are often low. Would suggest getting a vitamin D level and supplementing to keep normal levels. For calcium in postmenopausal women approximately 1200 mg a day is recommended. This can be from natural sources and if not adequate, by supplementation.