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What role does vitamin D play in immune function?
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National Institute of Health (NIH) states that Vitamin D is considered a fat-soluble prohormone which is involved in many aspects of our wellbeing and regulatory functions just like a hormone. Everyone is aware that calcium absorption and bone health are major part of vitamin D benefits. However, most people may not know that Vitamin D is also involved in control of inflammation and immune response. Research has shown that vitamin D can interact with immune cells, affect genes that regulate inflammation, and alter the response of the immune system. -
VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY IN KIDS AND TEENS
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Vitamin D receptor (VDR) is present in most tissues and cells in the body. Vitamin D3 has a range of biological actions, such as inhibition of cellular proliferation, inducing terminal differentiation, inhibiting angiogenesis, stimulating insulin production, inhibiting renin production, and stimulating macrophage cathelicidin production. Vitamin D3 may be responsible for regulating up to 200 genes if not more that may facilitate many of the pleiotropic health benefits that have been reported for vitamin D3. -
Can Vitamin D Prevent COVID-19 Infection?
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Nutrition experts have long established that vitamin D is essential for optimal bone health as it helps absorb calcium. However, a low vitamin D status has been associated with a range of autoimmune, cardiovascular, and infectious diseases due to its role as an essential immunologic mediator.* -
When is the Best Time to Take Vitamin D Supplements?
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However even today after all these years an estimated 40% of American adults may be vitamin D3 deficient. For African Americans, that number may be nearly double at 76% according to a new study by The Cooper Institute. But, Caucasians who avoid even minimal sun exposure may even have higher levels of vitamin D deficiency.
We all need different amounts of Vitamin D. It all depends on how deficient you are and how your body absorbs the vitamin. There are several populations that typically suffer from higher levels of this deficiency.
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Why You Need Vitamin D?
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We all need different amounts of Vitamin D. It all depends on how deficient you are and how your body absorbs the vitamin. There are several populations that typically suffer from higher levels of this deficiency.
