Optimizing Vitamin D Levels for Better Cancer Outcomes

In this short video, CancerChoices Lead Researcher Nancy Hepp discusses how optimal vitamin D levels may help reduce cancer risk, improve cancer outcomes, and manage side effects of treatment. She also discusses how to maintain optimal blood levels of vitamin D.

“And what we found was that there’s very good evidence that if you are deficient in vitamin D, you have a higher risk of cancer and of poor outcomes after diagnosis. … So does taking supplements bring your blood levels up? Yes, there’s mounting evidence for that. Does taking supplements reduce your risk and improve your outcomes? That depends on if you’re deficient in the first place.” Watch the video to hear more:

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