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“The research on vitamin D supplementation and its effects on the prevention and treatment of type 2 diabetes is extensive and often yields inconsistent results. This review investigates the factors contributing to the diverse outcomes observed in response to vitamin D therapy for type 2 diabetes, including bioavailability, sex, and autoimmune disorders.”

“FTA: > Vitamin D supplements can reduce chronic obstructive pulmonary disease lung disease flare-ups by over 40 percent in patients with a vitamin D deficiency, according to new research. COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) includes conditions such as chronic bronchitis and emphysema.”

“Not only is salmon roe a good source of DHA, it also provides protein, vitamins, minerals, and astaxanthin – an antioxidant compound that gives salmon its reddish or pinkish tint. In human studies, astaxanthin reduces biomarkers of oxidative stress.”

“FTA: > A new study offers compelling evidence that inflammation may be the link between vitamin D and prostate cancer. Specifically, the study shows that the gene GDF-15, known to be upregulated by vitamin D, is notably absent in samples of human prostate cancer driven by inflammation.”

“Role for vitamin C: > "One of the best known substances with the ability to neutralize hydrogen peroxide and that could hence boost anti-bacterial immunity are vitamins such as Vitamin C found in fruits.”

“Obesity is associated with a plethora of problems, but it is also associated with severe micronutrient deficiencies, including vitamin D. A paper I published in 2014 explains a mechanism by which vitamin D affects serotonin and makes a case for how this might be able to affect autism since normal fetal brain development requires serotonin.”

“Patients were given vitamin D or placebo in conjunction with standard chemotherapeutics used to treat colorectal cancer. This study was too small to get any significant effect on overall survival so a larger scale trial is being planned to evaluate the effect of vitamin D on overall survival in colorectal cancer patients.”

“The human brain needs an adequate intake of key nutrients, such as polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega-3, essential amino acids, B-group vitamins (B12 and folate), vitamin D and minerals like zinc, magnesium and iron.”

“Citrus fruits include oranges, lemons, limes, grapefruits, pomelos, kumquats, and many others. They are excellent sources of vitamin C, folate, and other vitamins and minerals. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant, and folate supports DNA repair.”