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Optimal vitamin D linked to lower heart disease death: Study
Optimal levels of vitamin D – defined as having blood levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25[OH]D) of at least 75 nmol/L – were associated with a 66% reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease mortality, compared with people with severe vitamin D deficiency.
Vitamin D + TB vaccine: Allies in fight against bladder cancer?
( University of Rochester Medical Center ) The tuberculosis vaccine is often used as a treatment for bladder cancer, and adding vitamin D might improve the vaccine's effectiveness, according to new research from the University of Rochester Medical Center presented today at the American Urological Association annual meeting.
Experts call for trials to demonstrate non-bone benefits of vitamin D
The new scientific statement, published by the global society of experts, examines the state of current into the associations between the sunshine vitamin and non-skeletal disorders such as improved immune function, high blood pressure (hypertension), stroke, skin conditions and maternal and baby health.
Combination of vitamin D and BCG vaccine improves bladder cancer survival
The tuberculosis vaccine is often used as a treatment for bladder cancer, and adding vitamin D might improve the vaccine's effectiveness, according to new research from the University of Rochester Medical Center presented today at the American Urological Association annual meeting.
Vitamin D non-skeletal health benefits unclear
Taking vitamin D supplements for bone health is fine but using it to prevent and treat other diseases doesn't have clear evidence, a panel of medical experts says.
Practical Nutrition: Protect your bones with calcium- and vitamin D-rich food choices
Many people are aware of calcium's and vitamin D's roles in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. This condition leads to thinning bones and increased fractures. What they may not know is that their food and beverage choices might raise their risk.
Is vitamin D3 more effective than D2?
Vitamin D3 is more effective at increasing blood levels of the sunshine vitamin than the D2 form, says the first-ever systematic review and meta-analysis comparing the effectiveness of the vitamin D forms.
Recruitment For Historic, Nationwide Vitamin D Trial
Nationwide (May 8, 2012) -- Vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids are now in the spotlight for their potential ability to prevent disease. Many Americans, especially African Americans, are not getting enough of these nutrients, according to data from national surveys.
Vitamin D May Affect Lung Transplant Success
FRIDAY, April 27 (HealthDay News) -- Vitamin D is important for the health of lung transplant patients, a new study suggests.
Vitamin D blood level for reducing major medical risks in older adults identified, study suggests
To resolve controversy over how much vitamin D is enough to protect older adults' health, researchers tested Cardiovascular Health Study blood samples. They sought links between each person's 25 (OH) D and first heart attack, cancer diagnosis, hip fracture or death. Risks rose when levels fell below 20ng/mL or 50 nmol/L. Results match the low threshold level set by the Institute of Medicine ...
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