Deficiencies of vitamin K and vitamin D found to be independently and significantly associated with increased COVID-19 severity Key Points There are two forms of vitamin K. Vitamin K1 (called phylloquinone) is found in...
Could something as simple as vitamin D help predict the development or course of a disease? Key Points A prognostic factor is something about an individual (such as the presence of vitamin D deficiency)...
A higher BMI increases the risk of both cancer and severe COVID-19 disease; could a higher risk of vitamin D deficiency be an underlying contributor for both? Key Points A secondary analysis of the...
Over 90% of children in the United States have vitamin D levels below the recommended 40 ng/ml – how can you help ensure your child is getting enough? Key Points 93% of children in...
64% of moderate COVID-19 cases compared to 84% of severe cases had vitamin D levels below 20 ng/ml Vitamin D is necessary for proper immune function. Multiple studies have shown greater protection against viral...
Video Friday: In this interview, Dr. Paul Marik discusses vitamin D and melatonin as two useful supplements included in his COVID-19 prevention and treatment protocol In the video featured today, Dr. Mobeen Syed interviews...
Video Friday: This short clip reviews research on vitamin D for immune function, respiratory infections, COVID-19, and the potential for vitamin D toxicity This short, educational video features Dr. Roger Seheult and Dr. Rhonda...
Study shows supplementing to achieve a vitamin D level of at least 40 ng/ml (100 nmol/L) significantly decreased auto-immune thyroid disease Autoimmune disease happens when our own immune system begins attacking our own cells....
How vaccines work and why certain nutrients are necessary for maximizing their effectiveness Nutrients have the ability to enhance our immune response. They can help strengthen our body’s first line of defense against pathogens...
Study reports on an association between dietary patterns and severity of COVID-19 illness Several factors have been associated with the severity of COVID-19 disease, including age, ethnicity, and preexisting conditions. Nutrient deficiencies, especially of...