What to do with your elements panel results and next steps to take after testing Have you recently measured your magnesium or other essential and toxic elements levels, or are you considering doing so?...
A new randomized controlled trial confirms a dark side to regular sunscreen use, further complicating the relationship between sun exposure, sunscreen, skin cancer, and vitamin D Key Points Two important distinctions about the relationship...
A new study strongly supports the idea that optimizing vitamin D status may be an important part of managing inflammatory bowel disease Key Points Weekly vitamin D significantly improved symptoms and inflammation markers in...
Could limiting vitamin D recommendations unintentionally limit the full spectrum of its health benefits? Key Points Optimal vitamin D levels may extend beyond the recommended 40–60 ng/mL range, with emerging evidence supporting a broader...
Higher incidence of multiple chronic diseases among those with lower vitamin D levels and higher vitamin A levels. Key Points Vitamin D insufficiency was widespread and significantly associated with osteoporosis, hypertension, and coronary artery...
11 Key Factors That Influence Your Vitamin D Levels Key Points Vitamin D deficiency risk varies widely between individuals due to differences in sun exposure, lifestyle, biology, and overall health status. Certain factors—including limited...
Deficiency Signs and Symptoms, and Why Now Is the Time to Test Key Points Vitamin D levels typically reach their lowest point of the year during late winter and early spring due to months...
New study finds nearly two thirds of collegiate athletes low on vitamin D, with a 13% increased risk of injury for every 5 ng/ml decrease in vitamin D level Key Points Vitamin D insufficiency...
Optimizing your vitamin D level may be the easiest, safest, cheapest, and most effective way to improve your health. Amanda’s story is one of many examples… Key Points Amanda Bourbonnais began supplementing with high...
Vitamin D needs are highly individual, and achieving optimal levels can result in whole-body health benefits Key Points Vitamin D status must be measured, not guessed. Blood levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D , not supplement...