Arterial stiffness is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, a leading cause of death in the United States. A recent study suggests that taking a high dose of vitamin D may help reduce arterial stiffness by up to 10.4%. Participants...
Research has found that vitamin D may block the enzyme 11-?HSD1, which is necessary to make the stress hormone cortisol. Cortisol has been found to raise blood pressure by restricting arteries, narrowing blood vessels, and stimulating the kidneys to retain...
Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones, and it also plays a role in the nerve, muscle and immune systems. A recent study suggests that increasing your levels of vitamin D may lower risks of cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and...
Approximately half of people who develop heart failure die within 5 years of diagnosis. A recent study suggests that supplementation with vitamin D may lower the risk of heart failure in mature adults by between 20% and 25%. Researchers analyzed...
