Friday, May 23, 2008

News: Vitamin D Deficiency

A study shows that women with Vitamin D deficiency are more likely to have their breast cancer metastasize. Another study shows that the countries closest to the equator have the lowest rates of breast cancer. However, experts caution against increasing sun exposure as a way to decrease breast cancer risk. It would be best to maintain a healthy weight, get regular exercise, drink moderately, and eat a healthy and balanced diet.

Update 05/30/08: The Canadian Cancer Society recommends taking 1,000 IU of Vit. D daily.

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