Although many calcium supplements available today are fused with vitamin D, some individuals opt to consume their supplements without this additional component. In this piece, we will delve into ...

Taking vitamin D, with or without calcium, does not lower the risk of older adults falling or having fractures, according to ...

He said a review of research by the health experts found no dose of vitamin D with or without calcium was useful in preventing falls and fractures. “The cream of the crop of research studies ...

Taking a vitamin D supplement, with or without calcium, does not reduce the risk of falls and fractures in older adults, according to a draft recommendation released today by the U.S. Preventive ...

Vitamin D supplements may have no bearing on the severity of injuries from falls in postmenopausal women and older men, ...

This recommendation is not without controversy ... higher daily intakes than previously indicated for both calcium and vitamin D, as discussed below. Thus, the recommended daily allowance of ...

The guidance from the task force underscores the risks of supplementation without testing and diagnosis for a vitamin D deficiency or for osteoporosis. While vitamin D and calcium are important ...

The days are shorter, you’re hibernating inside — and there’s a good chance you’re not getting enough vitamin D. About 40% of Americans aren’t. But in case you’re waiting for a sign ...

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force released a draft recommendation advising against using vitamin D to prevent falls and fractures in people over 60. Pharmacist Katy Dubinsky weighs in.

Vitamin D is important for healthy bones, teeth, and immune function but, as it is said, excess of anything can lead to ...

Vitamin D and calcium are essential for overall health but don’t reduce the risk of falls or fractures in generally healthy older adults, according to a new draft recommendation from the US ...