While vitamin D supplements can partially make up for inadequate sun exposure, no supplement can replace all the benefits provided by sunshine Key Points The vitamin D level is often used as a measurement...
Study finds strong correlation between COVID-19 severity and pre-infection vitamin D level, especially for patients 50 years or older Key Points A new study looked at pre-infection vitamin D levels among 253 patients hospitalized...
Association between Omega-3 Index and neutrophil-lymphocyte ratio (NLR) demonstrates link between immune system balance and EPA+DHA status Key Points Omega-3s help mediate the immune response and are anti-inflammatory to help promote the resolution of...
A review of the strongest evidence available identifies differing optimal vitamin D levels needed to help prevent diseases known as major causes of death Key Points A new review by Grant et al. has...
A new randomized controlled clinical trial shows increased survival and quicker improvement for severe COVID-19 patients receiving nutrient support Key Points Researchers recognize that malnutrition and a deficiency of certain nutrients compromises immunity and...
Can taking Epsom salt baths and applying magnesium solutions to your skin increase magnesium levels in the body? Key Points Several studies have shown that magnesium is able to cross through the skin and...
Video Friday: What happens to our cells as we age, and how vitamin D (and Omega-3s) can help reduce this process Key Points Aging of the immune cells (called immunosenescence) can have a negative...
The Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance (FLCCC) emphasizes the extreme importance of optimizing vitamin D levels to >50 ng/ml with a recommended vitamin D treatment schedule Key Points Vitamin D is listed as...
Video Friday: Dr. Susan Brown answers some of the most common questions people have about how and when to take nutrient supplements Key Points Some supplements may be better taken early in the day...
Menopause triggers changes in the immune response that can affect how women respond to infections and vaccination. Learn how vitamin D may help! Key Points During the post-menopausal period, women can experience an increase...