Effectiveness of Vitamin D Supplements in Question

FRESNO, Calif. (KMJ) — Vitamin D has been noted for its role in preventing and treating bone health issues.

High-dose supplements have also been considered beneficial for heart disease prevention.

However, according to a new study in JAMA Cardiology, Vitamin D supplements appear to do virtually nothing for heart health.

Researchers examined 5,000 adults between the ages of 50 and 84.

The risk for a heart attack, stroke, or heart failure was essentially unchanged by Vitamin D levels.

The study’s authors say most of the recommendations for taking the supplements was found online, not based on science.


Abeytia Jan. 20161Aaron Abeytia

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