vitamin D deficiency

I’m a nutritionist — these are signs you could have vitamin D deficiency

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I’m a nutritionist — these are signs you could have vitamin D deficiency

Vitamin D, often dubbed the “sunshine vitamin”, is a hormone that our skin synthesises upon exposure to sunlight. It plays an essential role in numerous bodily functions, including bolstering the immune system, reducing inflammation, maintaining bone and joint health, supporting mental well-being, and ensuring heart function. Deficiencies in Vitamin D have been associated with mental … Read more

Largest Young-Onset Dementia Study in the World Shows Hope for Prevention

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Largest Young-Onset Dementia Study in the World Shows Hope for Prevention

A study done in the UK Biobank has revealed the dementia risk in young people if they have depression and Vitamin D deficiency. This is significant as NHS data predicts over one million people in the UK are likely to suffer from dementia by 2030. At present, one in 11 people over the age of … Read more