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The case for improving vitamin D status.

Robert P Heaney
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Evidence from both physiological experiments and randomized trials demonstrates that elevating vitamin D status above levels prevailing in the North American and European adult populations improves calcium absorption and reduces fall risk and osteoporotic fractures. Additionally observational data suggest that raising vitamin D status protects against various cancers and autoimmune disorders as well. Hence a strong case can be made for immediate improvement in vitamin D status of the general population.

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Robert P Heaney. 2007-01-10. The case for improving vitamin D status.. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsbmb.2006.12.006

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