In the News
How scientists linked sunshine, diet and disease
Monday, September 15, 2008
Oliver Gillie
The evidence that points unerringly to a link between vitamin D and Scotland’s health statistics can be traced back to a journey undertaken in 1977 by two young Americans, Frank and Cedric Garland, who were studying cancer. They regularly drove their white Ford Mustang from San Diego, California, to Johns Hopkins Medical School on the east coast, noticing the dramatic change in weather from sunshine to snow.… continue reading
Low Vitamin D in Quebec Youth
Monday, September 8, 2008
By Mark, Sean Gray-Donald, Katherine; Delvin, Edgard E; O’Loughlin, Jennifer; Paradis, Gilles; Levy, Emile; Lambert, Marie
Adequate vitamin D status is important for bone growth and mineralization and has been implicated in the regulation of autoimmunity, metabolic function, and cancer prevention.… continue reading
Vitamin D shifts into focus
Monday, September 8, 2008
By Terri Coles
TORONTO (Reuters) – The human body is an amazing factory, with all kinds of parts working together to the make the chemicals necessary for good health. But one thing it can’t make on its own is vitamin D.… continue reading
Stand Up 2 Cancer – The Solution
Monday, September 8, 2008
I briefly watched the three network program aired on September 5th entitled Stand Up 2 Cancer. Hollywood sure knows how to put on a fundraiser, and raise money fast. All the money they raised goes to the Entertainment Industry Foundation. The EIF then grants money for research and education.… continue reading
Getting Daily Dose of ‘D’
Thursday, September 4, 2008
By Claudia Palma Staff Writer
For optimal health and to reduce risks of cancer, diabetes and other health diseases, you don’t need a high cost medical plan or prescriptions, just step outside. Recent studies have shown that people with low levels of vitamin D may be at a higher risk of getting cancer, diabetes, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, and more.… continue reading
