3 an organ most affected by a specific hormone, such as the thyroid gland, which is the target organ of thyroid stimulating hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland. Endocrinology A specific organ that a particular hormone affects.ense o's (sensory o's) organs that receive stimuli that give rise to sensations, i.e., organs that translate certain forms of energy into nerve impulses that are perceived as special sensations. spiral organ organ of Corti. target organ the organ affected by a particular hormone.
Vitamin D is naturally available in only a few foods, including fatty fish like wild-caught mackerel, salmon and tuna. Vitamin D is also added to milk and to some brands of other dairy products, orange juice, soymilk and cereals. Check the food label to see if vitamin D has been added to a particular product.
There are many reasons to add foods with vitamin D to your diet. 1  The health benefits of the vitamin include: 2  Supports calcium absorption in the gut. 3  Supports strong, healthy teeth and hair. 4  Regulates cellular growth and healthy cell activity. 5  Soothes and reduces systemic irritation and swelling. 6  Promotes skeletal health.