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Research Promotes Pro-active Vitamin D Regimen in Patients with Osteoporosis

Monday, March 31, 2008
ORLANDO, Fla.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–New data indicates an aggressive Vitamin D treatment plan should be considered when caring for all Osteoporosis patients. Doing so may help decrease their likelihood of developing Vitamin D deficiency. These findings will be presented at the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) 17th Annual Meeting & Clinical by Harinder Singh, MD on Friday, May 16th at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort in Orlando.… continue reading

Vitamin D deficiency is a growing epidemic

Monday, March 31, 2008
By Dr Mercola Vitamin D deficiency is a growing epidemic across the world, and is contributing to many chronic debilitating diseases, including cancer, is already an established fact. What’s surprising is that you may be deficient even if you live in places like Hawaii, or the Caribbean, where there’s no shortage of sunshine.… continue reading

Melanoma Incidences Attributed to UV Exposure

Monday, March 31, 2008
The following is a statement in response to recent media attention on exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays and its role in the natural production of vitamin D. While the health benefits of vitamin D are well known, the Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) cautions the public about the risks associated with excessive exposure from UV radiation.… continue reading

Mushrooms soar in vitamin D when exposed to UV

Monday, March 31, 2008
Mushrooms soar in vitamin D when exposed to UV rays Vitamin D2 content rose to two to four times the FDA daily value per serving after brief periods under ultraviolet light. The mushroom industry plans to bring high vitamin-D fungi to the market, perha By Susan Bowerman Special to The Times March 31, 2008 Vitamin D, the “sunshine vitamin,” got its nickname because our bodies rely on a bit of sun exposure to manufacture the vitamin under the surface of the skin.… continue reading

Low Vitamin D Levels Associated with Increased Total Cancer Incidence

Monday, March 31, 2008
Low levels of vitamin D may be associated with increased total cancer incidence and mortality in men, particularly for cancers of the digestive system, according to a study in the April 5 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.… continue reading

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