Do vitamin D supplements protect against bone fractures? - Metafact

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An expert from UNSW Sydney in Epidemiology, Musculoskeletal Science

Vitamin D is important for optimal musculoskeletal health because it allows your body to absorb calcium, which promotes mineralisation in bone, and maintains muscle function. Strong bone and good muscle function help protect against falls and bone fractures.

While higher vitamin D levels in the blood is associated with lower risk of bone fractures, evidence showed that taking daily standard vitamin D supplementation alone is not enough to reduce fracture risk. Instead, supplementing vitamin D in combination with calcium is a more promising strategy to prevent bone fracture.

Answered almost 5 years ago

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