8 Facts About Vitamin D and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Vitamin D deficiency can be a problem for people with chronic illness, such as rheumatoid arthritis. Getting enough is important for your health and maybe even your mood!
Vitamin D Deficiency Affects Genes for Cancer, Autoimmune Disorders
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A study has linked vitamin D deficiency with an increased risk for cancer and autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis MS, and lupus. Researchers found, through mapping vitamin D receptor binding throughout the human genome, that vitamin D deficiency is a major environmental factor in increasing the risk of developing these disorders.
By — Last Modified: 12/24/2012, First Published: 08/09/2011
