(13-04-12) Scientists Start To Grasp How Vitamin D Fights Cancer And Arthritis

Vitamin D has been in the news a lot lately, mostly because medical experts
are discovering how prevalent deficiency in the nutrient is among Americans.
Many of these reports stress the importance of vitamin D in maintaining overall
health, but few explain just what the vitamin does in the body.

A new study from researchers at National Jewish Health unveiled the mechanisms
by which vitamin D can inhibit inflammation in the body, a factor that has been
linked to a number of conditions, from diabetes to cancer.

?This study goes beyond previous associations of vitamin D with various health
outcomes. It outlines a clear chain of cellular events, from the binding of DNA
through a specific signaling pathway, to the reduction of proteins known to
trigger inflammation,? said lead author Elena Goleva.

The scientist noted that the findings provide further support for
recommendations that people with chronic inflammatory conditions- which include
asthma, arthritis and prostate cancer- attempt to achieve healthy blood levels
of vitamin D.

In addition to eating foods rich in vitamin D, such as salmon, liver and
mushrooms, individuals concerned about their levels of the nutrient may want to
consider taking natural nutritional supplements to boost their intake.

Source; Easy Health Options

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