January 28, 2015

The Centers for Disease Control recently published this study in October 2014 of 615 young adults between 17 to 25 years of age. The vitamin D levels were measured and questionnaires were completed.  Low serum Vitamin D levels correlated with increased symptoms of depression.  The investigators concluded, “Although our findings suggest that vitamin D is a predictor of depression symptomatology, even when controlling for time spent outdoors, a randomized controlled trial in this young adult target group is needed to confirm the association.”

Here is the link to the article:

Vitamin D Concentrations and Depression

God bless you and to your good health!

Joyce Gibb MS, CRNP
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