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Posted on Mon, 30 Jan 17

Sunlight and vitamin D: have your cake and eat it too

The development of lighter skin to improve vitamin D synthesis in northern latitudes was thought to come at a cost: increased risk of sun damage. But a new study suggests that protective mechanisms evolved as well.

Posted on Tue, 18 Oct 16

Low vitamin K2 as bad for you as smoking

A new analysis looking at risk factors for cardiovascular disease related deaths has found that vitamin K2 deficiency is equivalent to smoking and high blood pressure.

Posted on Tue, 18 Oct 16

Vitamin D improves gut bacteria

Supplementation with vitamin D has previously been shown to benefit digestive health, and a new study helps explain why: vitamin D improves your gut bacteria.

Posted on Mon, 26 Sep 16

Most people are vitamin E deficient

Over two billion people suffer from micronutrient deficiencies, but one that has been grossly overlooked is vitamin E, with a new study finding that 82% of people are deficient.

Posted on Thu, 15 Sep 16

Hard bones, soft arteries: rather than vice versa

Calcium supplements for osteoporosis have not been very successful and could increase risk of heart disease. A food-based, integrative nutritional approach could benefit both bone and heart health.

Posted on Mon, 8 Aug 16

Vitamin D works for IBS relief

Vitamin D supplements could be a very effective way to relieve digestive symptoms according to the first study in people with irritable bowel syndrome.

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Sunlight and vitamin D: have your cake and eat it too

Low vitamin K2 as bad for you as smoking

Vitamin D improves gut bacteria

Most people are vitamin E deficient

Hard bones, soft arteries: rather than vice versa

Vitamin D works for IBS relief