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Breast Cancer
Scientists at St. George's University detail research in breast cancer
January 8th, 2009
"In addition to its important role in the maintenance of the skeleton, there is mounting evidence that vitamin D has effects on other body systems, and that adequate supplies of vitamin D are likely to be required for optimal health. Vitamin D is obtained both from dietary sources and from cutaneous synthesis with exposure to sunlight," scientists writing in the journal Best Practice & Research Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism report. "Some epidemiological studies have indicated that vitamin D deficiency and decreased exposure to solar UVB radiation increase the risk of some cancers, including breast cancer. The active metabolite of vitamin D,...
Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-01-08)
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