May 13, 2015

People with asthma may have an increased risk of vitamin D deficiency. Vitamin D may help reduce inflammation, decrease asthma severity, and improve treatment.  New research suggests that having low vitamin D levels might increase the risk of asthma attacks in people with asthma.  The authors concluded that vitamin D levels should be monitored in people with asthma and in those who experience recurrent asthma attacks. Further research is warranted.

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Low Vitamin D Levels Might Increase Asthma Attacks

As always,

Be well,

Diane Silverman R.Ph.
Ask The Pharmacist Group, LLC