Vitamin D Supplements Show Promising Cardiovascular Benefits
A large prospective randomized trial called D-Health found that high monthly doses of vitamin D for 5 years did not significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular events in adults aged 60 or older. However, there was a significant 19% reduction in the risk of myocardial infarction (MI) with vitamin D supplementation. Subgroup analysis suggested potential benefits for individuals taking statins or other cardiovascular medications. The study's authors caution against recommending vitamin D supplementation specifically for cardiovascular disease prevention, but suggest that clinicians may consider supplementing elderly individuals with underlying risk factors for CV disease. Further research is needed to understand the interactions between vitamin D supplementation and cardiovascular medications.
