Reduction of multiple sclerosis with vitamin D

2004/02/01 Elhuyar Zientzia Iturria: Elhuyar aldizkaria

• Medikuntza

Extensive research in the US has shown that a diet rich in vitamin D reduces the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.

An extensive research, undoubtedly, that has lasted for twenty years to two hundred thousand women. According to the data collected, it is observed that women who take the recommended amount of vitamin D daily have 30% less risk for the development of arthritis and 40% less sclerosis than those who do not take it.

Researchers have mentioned the intention to conduct more detailed studies. So far, a four-year survey has been carried out on each woman's diet, but from now on blood tests will also be carried out to know in more detail the amount of vitamin D.

They are rich in vitamin D, such as liver and fatty fish. But the human body produces by itself the most vitamin D with the help of the sun.