In the News
Is there really such thing as a ‘flu Season’?
Friday, September 23, 2016
So you can either fly south for a vacation, where ironically you will spend hours in a plane, surrounded by viruses or you can also spend a bit of time in a tanning bed. continue reading
Mendelian randomization study finds low vitamin D status increases risk of ovarian cancer
Thursday, September 22, 2016
They found that for every 8 ng/ml decrease in vitamin D status, women experienced 27% increased odds of developing ovarian cancer. continue reading
Vitamin D helps cut risks of severe asthma attacks
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
“Maintaining sufficient levels of vitamin D through safe exposure to the sun in summer or using vitamin D supplements or artificial UVB in winter is a simple way to improve your health.... continue reading
Sensible sun exposure key to unlocking health benefits of vitamin D, expert says
Monday, September 19, 2016
The health benefits of vitamin D generated by sensible sun exposure, especially the maintenance of strong bones, outweigh the risk of skin cancer, according to one of the world’s leading authorities on vitamin D for human nutrition. continue reading
Avoiding the sun could hurt you
Wednesday, September 14, 2016
Throughout this beautiful summer we have heard a lot of warnings about the UV index, and have been told to stay out of the sun. So, am I confusing people by saying that avoiding sunshine could hurt you? continue reading
