Supplementation with cholecalciferol 1,000 IU/day during pregnancy is associated with greater offspring bone mineral density during childhood.

Forget milk — a recent study finds the key to building strong bones in children is for mothers to keep their vitamin D levels high during pregnancy.

The NHS has said: "Everyone over the age of 1 year should have 10 micrograms (mcg or µg) or 400 international units (IU) of ...

The recommendation for most adults is between 600 and 800 IU (International Units). In some cases, even 1,000 to 2,000 IU daily is insufficient to raise Vitamin D levels to the desired range. Without ...

For every 100 IU of vitamin D ingested the blood level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D, the measure vitamin D status, increases by 1 ng/ml. It is estimated that children need at least 400-1000 IU of ...

Supplementation with vitamin D and calcium can reduce systolic and diastolic blood pressure in older individuals with ...

Vitamin D During Pregnancy Boosts Children's Bone Health Even at Age Seven Nov. 6, 2024 — Children whose mothers took extra vitamin D during pregnancy continue to have stronger bones at age ...

Didn’t your parents always tell you when you were young to go outside in the sun and soak up some all-important vitamin D? Well, it turns out they might have a point.Research by the British Nutrition ...

Recent research suggests that one surprising nutrient may be the key to improving general health and slashing diabetes risk.

The lifelong condition causes a person's blood sugar to get too high, and contributes to 660 heart attacks and 930 strokes ...

Nov. 6, 2024 — Children whose mothers took extra vitamin D during pregnancy continue to have stronger bones at age seven, according to ... Folic Acid May Mitigate Link Between Lead Exposure ...

Just keep in mind that 1 serving contains only 12.5 micrograms (mcg), or 500 international units (IU), of vitamin D. That’s 63% of the DV for vitamin D, which may not be enough for some people.