011 Vitamin D: The Healthy Aging Dose & FAQs

Dr. K explains the "healthy aging" dose of vitamin D that she recommends for most older adults, and reviews research and recommendations on this topic. She also addresses many frequently asked questions about vitamin D, such as what type to take, and whether testing your blood levels might be necessary.
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In this Episode:

Dr. K discusses her approach to vitamin D for healthy aging, including:

What dose of Vitamin D is likely right for most older adults
Why she believes that most older adults should take a vitamin D supplement
What experts such as the US Preventative Services Task Force and the American Geriatrics Society recommend
Dr. K also addresses many common questions people have about vitamin D, including:

What type of Vitamin D should I take?
Do I need to have my blood level checked?
Will Vitamin D really prevent falls or fractures?
Will Vitamin D really prevent dementia, cancer, or premature death?
If I’m outside a lot, do I need a vitamin D supplement?
What should one’s vitamin D level be?
Is a higher level of vitamin D better for you?

Vitamin D: the Healthy Aging Dose to Prevent Deficiency & FAQs
Vitamin D Fact Sheet (for Health Professionals), from the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements
Getting Enough Vitamin D in Later Life, from HealthinAging.org
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