HALUAN KALBAR – Vitamin D deficiency can increase the risk osteoporosis higher, and cancer certain conditions, autoimmune diseases, and mood disorders.
Research scientists recently in the European Heart Journal revealed cardiovascular disease should also be included in the list.
Researchers involved in the study looked at data on nearly 300,000 people, including blood pressure, heart imaging, gene variants, and blood vitamin levels.
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They found that people with lower-than-recommended vitamin D levels were more likely to struggle with heart disease and high blood pressure than those with adequate vitamin D levels.
For example, participants with the lowest concentrations had twice the risk of heart disease compared to the moderate number.
While it’s possible to get vitamin D from foods like fatty fish, eggs, and fortified products like milk, the researchers said food choices tend to be relatively poor sources of vitamin D than getting enough sunlight.
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For those of you who live in climates with little sun in the winter months, they recommend taking a daily supplement, especially if you are at a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, have high blood pressure or have a family history.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends 600 to 800 international units (IU) of vitamin D daily for children (1 year and older) and adults.
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