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vitamin D supplements
The A, D, E, K of vitamin deficiencies
Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat-soluble vitamins. Knowledge of their physiological function provides a better understanding of the effects and risk factors for deficiency when considering which vitamin …
Research roundup
Debbie Rigby rounds up the latest in research news Real-world evidence for the effectiveness of vitamin D supplementation in reduction of total and cause-specific mortality A UK cohort study has …
Vitamin D: an overview
Vitamin D is essential for bone and muscle health. However, robust trials are needed to determine the full value of vitamin D aside from its action on muscles and bones. …
How you handle vitamin D
What do you do if a patient comes into your pharmacy looking for vitamin D supplements? In November a review published in the BMJ concluded that current evidence does not …