To qualify, patients needed to be at least 50 years old and have heart disease, chronic heart failure, or advanced kidney disease, or be at least 60 years old with at least one heart-related health risk
Some findings suggest potential cardiovascular benefits, particularly in certain populations, though more research is needed
Effectiveness of oral vitamin D supplementation in lessening disease severity among patients with psoriasis: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Vitamin D allows for more efficient absorption of calcium, which helps keep bones healthy
Though case studies have demonstrated improvement in these conditions, further research and clinical trials are required before receiving approval
Kathleen Valenton, board-certified physician and Chief Medical Officer at Lemme, who points out that most people who stop taking their meds regain weight