11 October 2014 Pilot trial: Vitamin D supplementation may improve immune response to transplantation in hemodialysis patients An investigative new trial provides novel evidence that vitamin D is able to modulate the alloimmunity often seen in hemodialysis patients.Continue reading → This blog item is only available to members Login or Preview
21 January 2014 New study in Scotland aims to determine the effects of vitamin D vs UVB on the immune system Researchers out of Scotland are launching a new study aimed at improving immune function and health for those living in Scotland.Continue reading →
16 December 2013 Vitamin D and risk of infection after gastric bypass surgery Antibiotics and getting rid of bacteria in hospitals have both been tried in an effort to limit infection. What about strengthening the immune system?Continue reading → This blog item is only available to members Login or Preview
15 October 2013 Vitamin D reduces need for antibiotics in seniors, according to new trial A new randomized controlled trial out of Australia suggests that vitamin D reduces the need for antibiotics.Continue reading → This blog item is only available to members Login or Preview
9 April 2013 Month of birth linked to immune health and multiple sclerosis A newborn’s immune system development and risk of multiple sclerosis may be influenced by their month of birth.Continue reading →
20 March 2013 Potential immune benefits of strong vitamin D status, says randomized controlled trial Improvement in vitamin D levels will significantly affect expression of genes that have a wide variety of important functions.Continue reading → This blog item is only available to members Login or Preview
14 December 2012 Study: Vitamin D reduces respiratory infections, antibiotic use Research published in British Medical Journal suggests that daily vitamin D supplementation results in less severe respiratory infections and less antibiotic use.Continue reading →
4 October 2012 A closer look: “Vitamin D no match for common cold” Hundreds of media outlets are reporting on a well-conducted JAMA study that showed no benefit for vitamin D in preventing the common cold. Let’s take a look at the study.Continue reading → This blog item is only available to members Login or Preview
