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Ultraviolet B therapy may help stabilize MS inflammation

Monday, November 10, 2025

Ultraviolet B therapy may help stabilize MS inflammation

Findings from small trial suggest immune-calming role for UVB
by Marisa Wexler, MS | 
Ultraviolet light therapy may help reduce inflammation and disease severity in people with multiple sclerosis (MS), according to data from a small Phase 1 clinical trial.
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‘You don’t eat Vitamin D, you make it’: Apollo doctor

Monday, November 10, 2025
With Vitamin D deficiency increasingly linked to fatigue, poor immunity, and bone weakness, Dr Kaushal’s message serves as a sharp reminder — the sunshine vitamin isn’t just about supplements; it’s about reconnecting with the sun itself. continue reading

Dear Doctor: Is it possible to overdose on vitamin D through sun exposure?

Thursday, November 6, 2025
Vitamin D toxicity almost only ever occurs in people who are taking high doses of supplemental vitamin D. continue reading

Investing in Canada’s Future: A Costly Endeavour—Our Analysis of the 2025 Federal Budget

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
The federal government’s 2025 budget shifts gears to a focus on capital spending, away from the Trudeau-era’s prioritization on social programs. This focus is reflected across a wide range of direct investments through the new Major Projects Office and tax incentives aimed at spurring business investment. continue reading

6 Nutrients to Help Build Muscle That Aren’t Protein

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Vitamin D regulates calcium levels, which muscles need to contract properly during workouts, and supports fast-twitch muscle fibers, helping improve strength and performance,” says Shannon Western, M.Sc., a nutrition counselor. “Plus, its anti-inflammatory benefits may help reduce soreness and speed up recovery."6 continue reading

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