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Vitamin D status linked to mortality rate in intensive care patients
Date: 2012-04-03 00:00:00

Blood testing to measure vitamin D levels may play an important role in preserving the health of patients in intensive care units, as a new study has found that these patients live shorter lives when they have vitamin D deficiencies.... Full Story

Tanning beds are no use for improving vitamin D levels
Date: 2012-04-05 00:00:00

For most people, the main source of vitamin D is what their skin produces when it is exposed to the sun rays. Yet, many people live in areas that get little sunlight. This may lead to low blood tests for vitamin D.... Full Story

Researchers find geographic differences in vitamin D deficiency rates
Date: 2012-04-06 00:00:00

Where a person lives may play a major role in determining whether they will receive a blood test indicating they have a vitamin D deficiency, according to a new study published in the Journal of Rural Life.... Full Story

Many health problems may be linked to low vitamin D levels
Date: 2012-04-09 00:00:00

For individuals who have experienced extended bouts of low mood and energy levels that have gone unexplained, it may be time to talk to the doctor about blood testing for vitamin D. Experts say that this nutrient is linked to a number of areas of health, including ones that most people may never have thought of before.... Full Story

With few food sources, many people may have low vitamin D
Date: 2012-04-11 00:00:00

Blood testing for vitamin D may play an important role in a person's overall health. Experts say that very few people in the U.S. consume adequate quantities of the nutrient, which may put them at risk for potentially serious health consequences.... Full Story

A little more sun exposure may be good for vitamin D levels
Date: 2012-04-18 00:00:00

Many people are wary of spending too much time in the sun, and rightfully so. Extended periods of sun exposure can cause painful burns and even increase the risk of skin cancer. But experts say this does not mean people should shun the sun entirely. A few minutes each day may be necessary for avoiding unhealthy blood tests for vitamin D.... Full Story

Vitamin D may support healthy testosterone levels
Date: 2012-04-19 00:00:00

Higher vitamin D levels may lead to healthier blood tests for testosterone in men, according to a recent study published in the journal Clinical Endocrinology. The Harvard School of Public Health researchers who conducted the investigation said this could play an important role in supporting many areas of men's health.... Full Story

Doctors may be unsure about testing children's vitamin D levels
Date: 2012-04-20 00:00:00

Administering blood tests to young people to measure their vitamin D levels is not currently a standard part of pediatric care. However, this does not mean that all children have healthy levels of the nutrient.... Full Story

Vitamin D supplementation may lower blood pressure
Date: 2012-04-30 00:00:00

Individuals who have high blood pressure may want to consider blood testing to have their vitamin D levels checked. New research suggests that low levels of this nutrient may contribute to hypertension and supplementation may do as much to eliminate the problem as some drugs.... Full Story

New study explains why vitamin D benefits immune health
Date: 2012-05-01 00:00:00

Individuals who are prone to getting sick may benefit from seeking blood testing to measure their vitamin D levels. New research indicates that this nutrient plays an important role in fighting off viral infections.... Full Story

New study determines optimal vitamin D blood levels
Date: 2012-05-02 00:00:00

Blood testing to measure vitamin D levels is recognized as an important part of maintaining overall health, but experts and medical societies often disagree on the level at which vitamin D levels should be kept. This may cause some physicians to forego testing.... Full Story

Blocking the sun may lead to low vitamin D levels
Date: 2012-05-03 00:00:00

Over the past couple decades fears over the dangers of sun exposure have grown. Evidence linking UV radiation to an increased risk of skin cancer mounted, and people began using more sun screen. This may protect the health of the skin, but experts say it may also contribute to the rising number of people who receive blood tests indicating they have low vitamin D levels.... Full Story

High vitamin D helps prediabetics improve their condition
Date: 2012-05-10 00:00:00

Individuals with prediabetes who have high vitamin D levels may face a low risk of developing the full-blown metabolic disorder, according to a recent study published in the journal Diabetes Care.... Full Story

Vitamin D may slow prostate cancer growth
Date: 2012-05-14 00:00:00

New research suggests that maintaining high levels of vitamin D may help slow the spread of prostate cancer. Individuals who have been diagnosed with low-grade tumors may want consider lab testing to check their levels of this important nutrient.... Full Story

Higher vitamin D levels may benefit multiple sclerosis patients
Date: 2012-05-15 00:00:00

Multiple sclerosis can lead to a significant degree of physical and mental disability, but new research indicates that maintaining higher vitamin D levels may help patients avoid severe limitations. These individuals may benefit from blood testing for vitamin D.... Full Story

Group calls for further investigation of vitamin D health benefits
Date: 2012-05-21 00:00:00

A significant amount of evidence has surfaced in recent years suggesting that vitamin D may play an important role in a number of areas of health. Now, the Endocrine Society is calling for new studies to corroborate this evidence and determine once and for all how important the nutrient is to overall health.... Full Story

Vitamin D recommendations may not reflect different nutritional needs
Date: 2012-05-29 00:00:00

Blood testing to measure vitamin D levels is important because many experts say that even if a person consumes the recommended amount of the nutrient every day they may still have insufficient levels in their blood. This is because dietary recommendations may not reflect what the body truly needs.... Full Story

Vitamin D may improve heart failure treatment outcomes
Date: 2012-05-30 00:00:00

Individuals who suffer from heart failure may benefit from seeking blood testing to measure their vitamin D levels. New research suggests that this nutrient may play an important role in the development of the condition.... Full Story

Low vitamin D in pregnancy may lead to overweight children
Date: 2012-05-31 00:00:00

Pregnant women may benefit from blood testing to assess their vitamin D levels. A new study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicates that women who have low levels of the nutrient face a high risk of having overweight children.... Full Story