Metabolic syndrome: A review of the role of vitamin D in mediating susceptibility and outcome

Figure 1 Simplified illustrations of the component risk factors of the metabolic syndrome, the complex relationships between them and the outcomes leading to increased morbidity and mortality. We also identify the areas that may be affected by hypovitaminosis D which are covered in this review. CVD: Cardiovascular disease.

Figure 2 Simplified synthetic pathway leading to the formation of the active metabolite 1,25(OH)₂D. UVB: Ultraviolet B.