Johns Hopkins Health - Vitamin D May Be Good for Your Heart

Johns Hopkins Health - Vitamin D May Be Good for Your Heart

Much has been reported about the effect of vitamin D on your health - including that some of the good news is overhyped. But we do know, says cardiologist Erin Michos, M.D., that low vitamin D is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

“Several studies have shown this,” Michos says. “Even after accounting for other risk factors.”

What we don’t know, she adds, is whether getting your daily requirement-or more-of vitamin D may actually prevent cardiovascular disease. Clinical trials are happening right now to try to figure that out. What they reveal may point to a potential target for cardiovascular disease prevention.

In the meantime, there’s no harm in supplementing your vitamin D. How much do you need? Women, older

Daniel Carruthers Shares USANA with Elite Cyclists

After intense physical activity, it is important to replenish your body as soon as possible. The riders on the team I was supporting at the Tour of Luzon in March looked to Nutrimeal. They did not want to consume solid food straight away, especially with the heat.

Several riders who took part in the Tour of Luzon had the opportunity to try some USANA products over the course of nine days. They shared a few comments with me:

Daniel Carruthers Shares USANA with Elite Cyclists