Exposure to sunlight or dietary intake of vitamin D increases serum levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D. 25-hydroxyvitamin D constitutes the major circulating form of vitamin D, and the sum of 25-hydroxyvitamin D2 and 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 levels in serum is used as an indicator of vitamin D nutritional status (3).
The hindi name of Drumstick is Sahjan. It is associated to the Moringaceae family and native to the Himalayas. Drumstick is a rich source of vitamins, minerals, proteins, calcium and potassium. It is used in preventing Malnutrition among infants and nursing mothers. It provides strength to the body and treats Malnutrition. It contains high amount of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc and Beta Carotene.
One medium, baked chicken drumstick without skin provides 66 calories, 11 grams of protein, 0 grams of carbohydrate, 2 grams of fat, 1 gram of saturated fat, 1 gram of monounsaturated fat, 1 gram of polyunsaturated fat, and 206 milligrams of sodium.