Tag Archives: obesity



Study finds whey protein and vitamin D supplementation helps maintain muscle mass during intentional weight loss in obese older adults

A recent RCT determined that a combination of whey protein, leucine(an amino acid) and vitamin D supplementation reduces the risk of sarcopenia during intentional weight loss in obese adults.

Closer look: Is low vitamin D status associated with sleep apnea?

The Vitamin D Council takes a closer look at a study which reported low vitamin D status is not linked with obstructive sleep apnea.

New research suggests sun avoidance and obesity may accelerate MS

A study discovered that daily sun exposure during adolescence and a lower BMI may delay the development of multiple sclerosis.

Insight on the study that found vitamin D supplementation increased cholesterol and triglycerides in obese adolescents

Dr. Cannell analyzes the recent study that found vitamin D supplementation increased cholesterol and triglycerides in obese adolescents.

Vitamin D status linked to pain and functional performance among obese individuals with osteoarthritis

A new study found that vitamin D levels may relate to pain and functional performance in obese individuals with knee osteoarthritis.

Study finds vitamin D levels linked to diabetes, but not obesity

A recent study has found that vitamin D levels are significantly associated with diabetes, but not with body mass index.

New study finds obese adults have lower intake of vitamin D than normal weight adults

Recent research found that obese adults have lower micronutrient intakes compared to normal weight adults.

How much vitamin D do you need to take?

One question that has not been fully answered is how much vitamin D is needed to reach a given blood level. An organization in Canada has recently helped answer that question.


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Animal study: New interaction discovered between vitamin D, fat tissue, and inflammation

Researchers recently conducted a study on the fat cells of mice and found that vitamin D impacts obesity-related inflammation.


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New RCT determines dose-response to vitamin D in obese individuals

A recent randomized controlled trial aimed to establish how obese participants respond to a certain dose of vitamin D compared to healthy participants


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