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Examining the relationship between vitamin D and autism

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Dr Cannell discusses a clinical review by Dr. Eva Kocovska and colleagues which examines 35 papers published that deal with autism and vitamin D. Continue reading

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Vitamin D for infants

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Dr. Cannell reviews a study from a Polish group that examine if the 400 IU daily vitamin D recommendation for infants is adequate. Continue reading

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Higher solar UVB during first trimester of pregnancy associated with better fetal development

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A study in Greece found that babies born in winter and autumn had higher birth weight, longer gestational age, and two years longer life expectancy than those born in spring or summer. Continue reading

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Why should you keep your vitamin D level around 50 ng/ml?

Humans who regular expose their full body to sun exposure, like lifegaurds, maintain levels between 40-60 ng/ml without supplementing.

Four different sources, using four different rationales, and four different lines of reasoning, all lead to the same conclusion. Continue reading

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La Leche Leauge share information on their organization

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Fiona Audy of La Leche League shares information with Vitamin D Council blog readers on the organization’s recommendations in regards to food and vitamin D. Continue reading

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Newsletter: Transmission of influenza

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Dr Cannell covers a wide range of vitamin D topics from influenza to Parkinson’s disease in this newsletter quiz. Continue reading

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