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Optimum dose of vitamin D for disease prevention in older people: BEST-D trial of vitamin D in primary care.

Author: ArmitageJ, ClarkeR, CoxJ, EmbersonJ, HillM, HinH, KurienR, LayM, NewmanC, SayerJ, TomsonJ

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Comparative StudyResearch that compares multiple groups/interventions to determine differences/similarities in outcomes/characteristics.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

This study found that taking 4,000 IU of vitamin D3 daily for a year was needed to achieve blood levels of vitamin D associated with the lowest risk of disease. Further research is needed to determine if this dose can help prevent fractures.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
This trial compared the effects of daily treatment with vitamin D or placebo for 1 year on blood tests of vitamin D status. The results demonstrated that daily 4000 IU vitamin D3 is required to achieve blood levels associated with lowest disease risks, and this dose should be tested in future trials...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5306173/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Vitamin D: A Dose of Prevention for Older Adults

This study in the field of gerontology investigates the optimal dose of vitamin D for disease prevention in older people. The researchers conducted a trial to compare the effects of daily treatment with vitamin D or placebo on blood levels of vitamin D status. Their aim was to identify the optimal daily dose required to achieve blood levels associated with the lowest disease risks.

Dosing Vitamin D: A Balancing Act

The study found that a daily dose of 4000 IU of vitamin D3 was necessary to achieve blood levels associated with the lowest disease risks. The researchers concluded that this dosage should be investigated further in future trials focused on fracture prevention.

Vitamin D: A Key to Health in Aging

This study highlights the importance of optimizing vitamin D levels in older adults to promote overall health and reduce the risk of age-related diseases. The findings suggest that a daily dose of 4000 IU of vitamin D3 may be beneficial for this population, though further research is needed to confirm its long-term effects.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study sheds light on the optimal dosage of vitamin D for older adults, providing valuable insights into maximizing its potential benefits for disease prevention. The research highlights the importance of maintaining adequate vitamin D levels for overall health in aging and underscores the need for further investigations to determine the long-term effects of this essential nutrient.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2018-04-16
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

27986983

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC5306173

SNS
PICO Info
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Languages

English

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