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From NutraIngredients: Daily supplements which combine vitamin D and calcium may reduce the risk of fractures for everyone, regardless of age or gender, say the results of a huge study. Almost 70,000 people participated in the US and Europe and found that the vitamin-mineral combination significantly reduced fractures by 8 per cent, and hip fractures [...]

From NutraIngredients: Supplements are the safest, easiest way to boost vitamin D levels, says Harvard Heart Letter, which is spreading the word about the vitamin’s multifaceted benefits: It is good for the heart and overall health, not just bones. Vitamin D – actually a hormone – is commonly known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’, because it [...]

From NutraIngredients: Researchers from Utah presented fresh evidence this week linking vitamin D deficiency to heart disease at the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Scientific Conference in Orlando, Florida. Vitamin D has a good reputation even in the worthy company of other vitamins, having been associated variously with cardiovascular health, strong bones, cognitive health, cancer protection [...]

Registered dietitians in the US are recommending that consumers “protect” their family during the flu season with foods that can help boost immunity, including probiotics, vitamin D and garlic. The advice from Meals Matter – a nutrition portal sponsored by the Dairy Council of California – is intended to encourage healthy eating from a variety [...]

From Nutraingredients: Increased intakes of vitamin D may improve weight loss while following a calorie-restricted diet, according to new findings from the US. Read the full article HERE.