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- As a result of the vitamin D supplements blood pressure among the participants decreased.
- Higher doses of vitamin D did not provide additional benefits for blood pressure control.
- People with a higher BMI showed a greater reduction in blood pressure.
A new study, published in the Journal of the Endocrine Societyexamined the effect of vitamin D supplements on blood pressure in older adults, particularly those who are overweight.
The study included 221 participants who were divided into two groups: one received 600 IU of vitamin D per day and the other received 3,750 IU per day for one year. Both doses are lower than the maximum recommended by the Institute of Medicine of 4,000 IU per day.
After one year, blood pressure had dropped in both groups. Those who took 600 IU per day saw an average drop of 2.8 mm Hg in systolic blood pressure and 2.5 mm Hg in diastolic blood pressure. The group that received the higher dose of 3750 IU per day saw a slightly greater reduction of 4.2 mm Hg in systolic blood pressure.
Main results
Although the differences between the two dosage groups were not statistically significant, people with a higher BMI (over 30) showed greater blood pressure reductions, especially those taking the higher dose of the vitamin D. In addition, participants who took blood pressure medications in addition to their vitamin D supplements also experienced a significant reduction in overall blood pressure.
Conclusion and recommendations
The study authors concluded that the daily use of vitamin D, regardless of the dose, led to a reduction in blood pressure among participants. However, they noted that higher doses did not provide additional benefits for blood pressure control.
Dr. Ghada El-Hajj Fuleihan, lead author of the study from the American University of Beirut Medical Center, emphasized that “more vitamin D is not better when it comes to blood pressure.” She recommended consulting a health care provider for personalized advice about vitamin D supplements.
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2024-11-18 14:32:00
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How do you both suggest individuals approach vitamin D supplementation for blood pressure management, considering potential risks and the need for personalized dosing?
Thank you for your time, Dr. Michael Williams and Dr. Ghada El-Hajj Fuleihan. Our first question is about the main findings of your research on the effects of vitamin D supplementation on blood pressure in older adults and individuals with higher body mass index (BMI). Dr. Williams, could you share your perspective on the significance of these results? And, Dr. El-Hajj Fuleihan, how do you interpret the implications of your findings for individuals with higher BMI or taking blood pressure medication?
Moving on to the dosage levels used in the study, Dr. Williams, you mentioned that there was no additional benefit seen with higher doses of vitamin D. However, there was a difference observed in those with higher BMI. Could you elaborate on this? And Dr. El-Hajj Fuleihan, what are your thoughts on the potential effect of personalized dosing based on underlying health conditions or vitamin D status?
given the widespread use of vitamin D supplements, what are your recommendations for individuals considering taking them for blood pressure control? Dr. Williams, can you discuss any potential risks or side effects associated with high-dose supplementation, while Dr. El-Hajj Fuleihan, could you address the importance of consulting with a healthcare provider before beginning supplementation?
Thank you both for your insights.
