Dietitian Advises Vitamin D Supplements.

“In 2012, 20 percent of American adults reported taking vitamin D supplements,” but in light of “two recently published studies” some are wondering about the value of these supplements. The first “suggests vitamin D supplements neither lead to clinically significant improvement in bone mineral density nor reduce the risk of falls and fractures,” while the second found “supplementation with vitamin D did not result in a lower incidence of invasive cancer or cardiovascular events than placebo.” Brissette adds, “the Endocrine Society says at least 1,500 to 2,000 IU of vitamin D3 a day may be needed to achieve blood levels of vitamin D linked to bone health and muscle function,” and so, Brissette concludes, “taking 2,000 IU a day appears to be both sensible and safe for most people.” https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/dont-throw-away-your-vitamin-d-supplements-yet/2019/04/01/56c0961c-4c13-11e9-b79a-961983b7e0cd_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.a47042dd4f14