Vitamin d - Food

Higher vitamin D levels linked to longer telomeres: Study

10-Feb-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Increased levels of vitamin D are associated with longer telomeres, reported to be a marker of biological aging, says a new study.

Vitamin D linked to cholesterol levels & cardiovascular risk

09-Feb-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Vitamin D deficiency may be associated with lower levels of HDL-cholesterol and higher ratio of total cholesterol to HDL, says a new study.

Results from South Carolina cohort show 'dangerously deficient' vitamin D levels

08-Feb-2017 By Hank Schultz

Preliminary results from a Vitamin D prenatal intervention being conducted in South Carolina reveal the average level for this vitamin in North American populations falls into the ‘severely deficient’ category.

Danone-Nutricia RCT backs ‘toddler milk’ for improved iron & vitamin D status

11-Jan-2017 By Nathan Gray

Daily consumption of fortified toddler milk helps to improve the nutritional status of children and can reduce deficiencies in iron and vitamin D, a new randomised trial has found.

High-dose vitamin D supplementation helps slash risk of falls among elderly

05-Dec-2016 By Nathan Gray

A combination of low-frequency exercise and high-dose vitamin D supplementation could help reduce risk of falls in the elderly by more than 70%, a new trial suggests.

Dairy and supplements equal for boosting calcium levels for bone health

11-Oct-2016 By Stephen Daniells

There is no difference between food and supplements for boosting calcium levels for bone health in post-menopausal women, says a new study.

Low vitamin D during pregnancy linked with learning disabilities: Study

24-Aug-2016 By Will Chu

Lower levels of vitamin D in pregnant women could be associated with certain learning disabilities in children, as a British study highlights seasonal variations as a factor in brain development.

Vitamin D pills improve insulin measures in healthy adults: RCT

19-Aug-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of vitamin D may improve fasting glucose levels and insulin resistance in healthy Japanese adults, says a new study.

Calcium-rich fermented foods preferred in improving bone and heart health, study says

19-Aug-2016 By Will Chu

Calcium should come from healthy sources like fermented dairy products and leafy greens as a review outlines an approach to receiving an adequate intake while supporting bone and heart health.

Distinguished calcium, vitamin D researcher Dr Robert Heaney passes

17-Aug-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Robert Heaney, MD, a world-renowned researcher in the field of bone biology and vitamin D, has passed away at the age of 88 after a struggle with brain cancer.

Is vitamin D deficiency highly prevalent among elite athletes?

08-Aug-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Almost 70% of elite Dutch athletes may be vitamin D insufficient or deficient, says a new study from the Netherlands Olympic Committee and DSM.

FDA to update rules on vitamin D fortification of plant-based dairy alternatives

19-Jul-2016 By Elaine Watson

The FDA is amending the food additive regulations to allow manufacturers to fortify a wider range of plant-based dairy milk alternatives and yogurt alternatives with vitamin D2, and to increase the current permitted levels of vitamin D3 in dairy milk,...

Supplements appear to help boost US vitamin D levels

12-Jul-2016 By Stephen Daniells

The vitamin D status of the US population is improving, coinciding with the use of higher vitamin D supplement doses, says a new study from the US CDC and the Office of Dietary Supplements.

NOW supports prenatal vitamin D project as part of ongoing research commitment

07-Jul-2016 By Hank Schultz

A prenatal vitamin D project to be conducted in Montana demonstrates NOW Foods’ commitment to supporting ongoing research in the vitamin, the company says.

Can innovation pump up deflating bone supplement sales?

30-Jun-2016 By Adi Menayang

It’s not just about calcium anymore. From collagen to creatine, the market is ripe with opportunity to create innovative, scientifically-backed bone health products, experts say.

Special Edition: Bone & Joint Health

Ingredients' form critical for successful bone health formula—or maybe not

22-Jun-2016 By Hank Schultz

An ideal bone health formulation would include the right amounts of certain minerals and vitamins. And the form of those substances is critical—or maybe not.

EFSA vitamin D intakes are too low and ‘missing data’: Industry group

29-Mar-2016 By Shane STARLING

The EU’s central science agency last week published draft recommendations for vitamin D intakes – 15 micrograms (µg) a day for adults – a level drawing some criticism for being too low. Others say supplement sales will rise.

NAHS Therapy launches plant-based food fortification powder for bone health

04-Mar-2016 By Adi Menayang

A mixture of powdered extracts and powdered spices, herbs, and mushrooms by North American Herb and Spice is promoted to provide bone and joint support.

Innovations in Minerals

Accusations against calcium are unfounded, bone health experts say

16-Feb-2016 By Adi Menayang

Amid bad press in the latter half of last year, calcium supplement sales declined. But some bone health experts argue that calcium is still essential to bone health—with no cardiovascular risk whatsoever.

Disappointing bioavailablility results for UV vitamin D2 fortified bread

16-Feb-2016 By Louisa Richards

Vitamin D2 from UV-irradiated yeast maybe a cheaper and more ecological way to fortify bread but it shows poor bioavailability in humans, suggests EU-funded research.

Milk found to raise children’s vitamin D level: study

08-Feb-2016 By Will Chu

Children who drink at least three glasses of milk per day had a higher serum vitamin D level than their peers who drink milk in lesser amounts, a new study has found.

New consumer campaign encourages vitamin D testing to identify deficiency, advance research

03-Feb-2016 By Elizabeth Crawford

A consumer education campaign launched by the Organic and Natural Health Association earlier this year will encourage consumers to test their vitamin D levels to identify supplementation needs while simultaneously advancing research on the importance...

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Study praises fortified dairy products’ effect on osteoporosis

23-Dec-2015 By Will Chu

New research has recommended the use of dairy products as a first-line strategy in the prevention of osteoporosis-related fractures, highlighting its benefits as a rich source of calcium and vitamin D for ageing males and females.

Meta-analyses question calcium's efficacy for boosting bone health & reducing fractures

29-Sep-2015 By Stephen Daniells

Two meta-analyses have questioned the efficacy of calcium supplements to boost bone mineral density (BMD) and reduce the risk of fractures, but the data selection for the analyses has been questioned by a leading trade association.

Health of select ethnic groups at risk with significant nutrient shortfalls

16-Sep-2015 By Stephen Daniells

A greater percentage of Non-Hispanic Blacks may be below the Estimated Average Requirements (EARs) for calcium, magnesium, vitamins A and D relative to Non-Hispanic Whites across all ages, says a new study.

JAMA study links low vitamin D levels to ‘profound’ and ‘rapid’ cognitive decline

15-Sep-2015 By Stephen Daniells

Vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency may have “substantial” accelerating effects on cognitive decline in the elderly, says a new study from UC Davis and Rutgers University.

Can high dose vitamin D enhance athletic performance?

14-Sep-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Maintaining higher levels of vitamin D may boost athletic performance and reduce the time needed to recover from exercise, says a review of the scientific literature.

Vitamin K2 shown to reduce arterial calcification in kidney disease model

03-Sep-2015 By Hank Schultz

A new study has found the vitamin K2 supplementation suppresses calcification and resultant muscle damage in rats in a kidney disease model. The result helps bolster the vitamin’s bone and cardiovascular health benefits, according to Norwegian company...

Vitamin D increases muscle strength: Review

01-Sep-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Vitamin D supplementation significantly increases upper and lower limb strength, a review of seven trials has found.

Vitamin D has no real benefit for obese teens’ heart health or diabetes risk, pilot study suggests

24-Aug-2015 By Nathan Gray

Supplementing obese teens with high doses of vitamin D may not have benefits on endothelial functions related to the risk of developing heart disease and diabetes, say researchers.

Supplements on wheels: Vitamin D trial shows promise for reducing falls in homebound elderly

18-Aug-2015 By Nathan Gray

Delivering vitamin D supplements to homebound elderly people through a ‘meals-on-wheels’ program could help improve vitamin D levels and reduce falls, say researchers.

High doses of vitamin D fail to boost calcium absorption, bone mineral density, study finds

14-Aug-2015 By Elizabeth Crawford

High doses of vitamin D are no more effective than a placebo at improving muscle function and preventing falls and fractures in older adults who are deficient, according to recently published research that will weigh heavily in the ongoing debate about...

‘Little evidence’ of vitamin D helping inflammatory biomarkers in elderly

27-Jul-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Researchers have questioned the association between vitamin D and inflammatory biomarkers after a year-long trial revealed no impact on the levels of the immune system’s cytokine or adipokine.

Cod liver oil in youth doesn’t harm bone health in old age: 5000-strong study

19-Jun-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Greater cod liver oil intake in earlier life does not harm bone mineral density later, Icelandic researchers have found.

NoorVitamins CEO: In 5 years we’ll be a strong and reputable competitor with a wider value proposition

01-Jun-2015 By Stephen Daniells

Leading Halal supplement brand NoorVitamins is aiming to be a serious part of the wider dietary supplements industry, with a focus on quality and transparency driving their value proposition, the company’s President and CEO tells NutraIngredients-USA.

Vitamin D twice IoM’s recommendation does not increase toxicity risk

04-May-2015 By Elizabeth Crawford

New research from the Mayo Clinic supports the safety of the tolerable upper limit of vitamin D intake espoused by the Endocrine Society, which is significantly higher than the recently updated recommendations from the Institute of Medicine.

Vitamin D during pregnancy may improve newborn outcomes: Meta-analysis

15-Apr-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Supplements of vitamin D during pregnancy may increase birth weight and length of newborns, says a new systematic review and meta-analysis of 13 randomized controlled trials.

What impact will mid-life vitamin D levels have on cognitive health 13 years later?

15-Apr-2015 By Annie Harrison-Dunn

Higher vitamin D levels at middle age may pre-determine better cognitive outcomes later in life, according to a 13-year follow-up study.

Vitamin D2 vs D3: Same for boosting D levels but D3 superior for sustaining levels?

13-Apr-2015 By Stephen Daniells

There is no difference between vitamin D2 and D3 for raising blood levels of the vitamin, but D3 is superior for sustaining those levels, says a new study from Argentina.

Vitamin D may offer pain and movement support for obese people with joint health issues

10-Apr-2015 By Stephen DANIELLS

Ensuring adequate levels of vitamin D may boost the movement of obese individuals with osteoarthritis compared with obese people with insufficient D levels, says a new study from the University of Florida.

Equivocal study on Finnish women doesn't dim Vitamin D's role in lessening falls among elderly, experts say

25-Mar-2015 By Hank Schultz

A new vitamin D/exercise study on falls among older women has confirmed the vitamin’s role in bone health but falls short of a ringing endorsement for supplementation. But it’s one data point among the many that still point to the importance of getting...

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