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07Aug

What is the relationship between vitamin D and childhood UTIs?

A new study suggests vitamin D may protect against UTIs among children by upregulating their own naturally occurring antimicrobial peptides.

03Aug

Are those who disagree with us from the “Dark Side”?

Dr. Cannell responds to a member’s frustrations regarding those who don’t recognize the health benefits of maintaining optimal vitamin D status.

25Jul

Vitamin D Council Podcast 20: cognitive impairment

The VDC interviews our board member, Dr. Robyn Balden, to discuss the relationship between vitamin D and cognition and highlights a clinical study she is involved in.

20Jul

Vitamin D, impulsivity and eating behaviors in the obese: Is there a connection?

New research offers a potential mechanism behind the relationship between vitamin D deficiency and weight gain.

17Jul

Does low vitamin D impair recovery after hip fracture?

A recent study found that vitamin D levels below 30 ng/ml are associated with impaired recovery from hip fracture.

05Jul

Vitamin D protects against colorectal cancer

A new meta-analysis of 17 studies found vitamin D levels

03Jul

Science, Max Planck said, progresses one funeral at a time. What did he mean by this?

Dr. Cannell reflects on the ongoing struggle to advance science, and highlights a new, groundbreaking study on vitamin D and breast cancer risk.

22Jun

Overactive Bladder? Study shows vitamin D helps

Increasing vitamin D status may improve overactive bladder symptoms.

20Jun

How vitamin D supplementation may benefit competitive dancers

Dr. Cannell reviews the research evaluating the role of vitamin D status in injury prevention and athletic performance among competitive dancers.

18Jun

Vitamin D may decrease diabetes risk, according to new research

A recent study suggests higher levels of vitamin D are associated with a decreased risk of glucose imbalance among non-diabetic Southwest Chinese adults.

06Jun

Does low vitamin D status increase the risk of cognitive decline?

Yet another study finds low levels of vitamin D are associated with an increased risk of developing dementia.

30May

What are the long-term consequences of a lifetime of sun avoidance?

Studies show that many dermatologists promoting sun-avoidance are doing much more harm than good.

29May

Welcome to the Vitamin D Council team, Rachel Namery

Our newest addition of the Vitamin D Council team, Rachel Namery, introduces herself to our members, sharing her health journey and role within the organization.

21May

Is UVB the only source of natural vitamin D production?

Dr. Cannell discusses whether additional wavelengths of radiation may stimulate vitamin D production.

18May

Riley Peterson steps down from the Vitamin D Council

Today, we say farewell to our Program Manager, Riley Peterson, as she continues her journey to become a Registered Dietitian

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What is the relationship between vitamin D and childhood UTIs?

Are those who disagree with us from the “Dark Side”?

Vitamin D Council Podcast 20: cognitive impairment

Vitamin D, impulsivity and eating behaviors in the obese: Is there a connection?

Does low vitamin D impair recovery after hip fracture?

Vitamin D protects against colorectal cancer

Science, Max Planck said, progresses one funeral at a time. What did he mean by this?

Overactive Bladder? Study shows vitamin D helps

How vitamin D supplementation may benefit competitive dancers

Vitamin D may decrease diabetes risk, according to new research

Does low vitamin D status increase the risk of cognitive decline?

What are the long-term consequences of a lifetime of sun avoidance?

Welcome to the Vitamin D Council team, Rachel Namery

Is UVB the only source of natural vitamin D production?

Riley Peterson steps down from the Vitamin D Council

Test Your Vitamin D Levels at Home!

We need your help!

We're spreading awareness on Vitamin D Deficiency

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What is the relationship between vitamin D and childhood UTIs?

Are those who disagree with us from the “Dark Side”?

Vitamin D Council Podcast 20: cognitive impairment

Vitamin D, impulsivity and eating behaviors in the obese: Is there a connection?

Does low vitamin D impair recovery after hip fracture?

Vitamin D protects against colorectal cancer

Science, Max Planck said, progresses one funeral at a time. What did he mean by this?

Overactive Bladder? Study shows vitamin D helps

How vitamin D supplementation may benefit competitive dancers

Vitamin D may decrease diabetes risk, according to new research

Does low vitamin D status increase the risk of cognitive decline?

What are the long-term consequences of a lifetime of sun avoidance?

Welcome to the Vitamin D Council team, Rachel Namery

Is UVB the only source of natural vitamin D production?

Riley Peterson steps down from the Vitamin D Council

Test Your Vitamin D Levels at Home!

We need your help!

We're spreading awareness on Vitamin D Deficiency

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