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In Tests, Vitamin D Shrinks Breast Cancer Cells
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Results Encouraging, But Don’t Read Too Much Into Them, Says Dr. Richard Besser
Doctors have known that low levels of vitamin D are linked to certain kinds of cancers as well as to diabetes and asthma, but new research also shows that the vitamin can kill human cancer cells.… continue readingVitamin D: Are You Getting Enough?
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Today’s post comes from Guest Blogger Jim Bathurst, CSCS, NSCA and personal trainer at Balance Gym.
During these winter months where the days are shorter, the nights longer, and the weather less bathing-suit friendly, we all find ourselves getting a lot less sunlight.
… continue readingPrince Edward Islanders lack vitamin D
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
Islanders can’t get enough sunshine to make vitamin D in winter. (Kevin Yarr/CBC)
Increased testing of Prince Edward Islanders for vitamin D shows most of them need to be taking a supplement.
… continue readingVitamin D may prevent heart disease and diabetes
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
LONDON: A review of 28 previous medical studies that included nearly 100,000 people has found that high levels of vitamin D may reduce the risk of developing cardiometabolic disorders such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.
… continue readingSchoolboy’s petition prompts move on MS link to vitamin D
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Ryan McLaughlin, 14 taking a petition to the Scottish parliament in Edinburgh
