Direct Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Chronic Inflammation

Direct Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Chronic Inflammation
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In a world first, genetic research from the University of South Australia (UniSA) has demonstrated a direct link between low levels of vitamin D and high levels of inflammation, a finding which will help identify people at higher risk of chronic illnesses associated with inflammation.

While inflammation is critical to the body’s healing process, if persistent, it can contribute to a range of disorders, including heart disease, type-2 diabetes and autoimmune diseases.

Steve Milne
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Steve is an Australian reporter based in Sydney covering sport, the arts, and politics. He is an experienced English teacher, qualified nutritionist, sports enthusiast, and amateur musician. Contact him at [email protected].
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