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The Link Between Vitamin D and Immune Function
1:21:39 - 1:26:11 (04:32)
This podcast episode discusses the link between vitamin D and immune function, including the hypothesis that genetic variants may contribute to low vitamin D levels and the evidence linking vitamin D deficiency to severe cases of COVID-19. The speaker also shares information on randomized controlled trials that show how vitamin D supplementation can decrease respiratory tract infections.
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Studies have shown that 98% of severe COVID-19 cases involve patients who are vitamin D deficient.
1:21:39 - 1:24:06 (02:27)
Summary
Studies have shown that 98% of severe COVID-19 cases involve patients who are vitamin D deficient. Research in various countries has demonstrated that higher levels of vitamin D can help patients recover from the virus.
ChapterThe Link Between Vitamin D and Immune Function
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Vitamin D is important for immune function and may play a role in the severity of COVID-19.
1:24:06 - 1:26:11 (02:05)
Summary
Vitamin D is important for immune function and may play a role in the severity of COVID-19. Randomized controlled trials have shown that vitamin D supplementation can decrease respiratory tract infections by 50% in people who are deficient and by 10% in people who already have sufficient levels.