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Science update: Vitamin D
Over-exposure to the sun has the potential to kill us, but too little is not ideal either. We investigate current research into what the optimal balance should be for New Zealanders. More
Vitamin D: Are you getting yours?
Growing evidence suggests a significant number of Kiwis suffer from a deficiency of vitamin D. More
Vitamin D no excuse to sun-bake
Research commissioned by Auckland’s Skin Institute found 27% of Kiwis used the need for vitamin D to justify overexposure to the sun. More
Eat well, look better!
If the threat of heart disease and cancer doesn’t inspire you to eat more healthily, perhaps good old-fashioned vanity can prod you in the right direction? More
We need more Vitamin D
Emerging research now shows that many, if not most, of us are not getting anywhere near enough vitamin D. More
Vitamin D: Even more important as we age
A recent study in Italy assessed nearly 1,000 people over 65 years old and found a strong relationship between poorer physical performance and lower vitamin D status. More
Get your daily dose of vitamin D
There is growing concern that vitamin D deficiency is being documented in different groups of people around the world. More
Fact or fiction: Cellulite is a build-up of toxins from a bad diet
Don’t we all hate this statement? Cellulite isn’t even a disorder! It’s just what happens to women’s thighs. More
Research roundup: Vitamin D
The role that vitamin D plays in helping to prevent osteoporosis has been made clearer in a study published by Japanese researchers. More
