Nutrition News


Low vitamin D again linked to higher mortality.

Study after study has shown that lower levels of vitamin D can be associated with the increased occurrences of health issues and premature mortality in the elderly. A new study published in Clinical Endocrinology (November 2009), reported following the vitamin D levels of 614 men and women, average age of 69.8 years, over a period of 6 years. Those exhibiting the lowest blood levels of vitamin D were found to have 124% - 378% increased risk for all-cause mortality and cardiovascular mortality. This report helps to support the need for vitamin D supplementation and research on vitamin D supplementation in relation to reducing mortality and cardiovascular risks.

To read more on this study:
http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Research/Low-vitamin-D-again-linked-to-higher-mortality