how much vitamin D is needed to reduce fracture risk in adults

September 2012

New research will shed light on how much vitamin D is needed to reduce fracture risk in adults.

The old RDA of 400 IU/day isn't enough to prevent fractures.

New evidence suggests a benefit with 800 to 2000 IU/day of vit D.

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Cardiology when it makes sense to take MORE than 81 mg/day of aspirin to prevent cardiovascular events
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Supplements The latest supplement craze is green coffee extract
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Osteoporosis how much vitamin D is needed to reduce fracture risk in adults
Osteoporosis acute liver injury linked to Limbrel
HIV & AIDS the new OTC OraQuick In-Home HIV Test
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Respiratory & Allergy two new Rx nasal sprays for allergic rhinitis, Zetonna and Dymista
Herpes new debate about how to treat or prevent ACUTE shingles
Men's Health A new generic sildenafil for Revatio will bring up questions about whether it can also be used for Viagra
Men's Health Men are hearing that finasteride (Propecia, Proscar, etc) can lead to PERSISTENT sexual dysfunction