date:Jul 10, 2012
The meta-analysis published in theNew England Journal of Medicine pooled data from over 31,000 people in 11 randomised clinical trials that looked into the possible benefits of vitamin D supplementation for the reduction of fracture risk.
Led by vitamin D expert, Professor Bischoff-Ferrari from the University of Zurich, Switzerland, the research team found those taking high doses of vitamin D between 800 and 2,000 International Units (IUs) sustained 30% fewer hip fractures in addition to 14