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3rd April 2020
02:44pm BST
Commenting on the results, Professor Rose Anne Kenny, Principal Investigator of TILDA, said:Fascinating and timely new research from @tilda_tcd about the role that could be played by Vitamin D in fighting #COVID19 #TrinityResearch Read more at https://t.co/CweZ8XUBVN pic.twitter.com/ybu4Pfo6Qn
— Trinity College Dublin (@tcddublin) April 3, 2020
"We have evidence to support a role for Vitamin D in the prevention of chest infections, particularly in older adults who have low levels. In one study Vitamin D reduced the risk of chest infections to half in people who took supplements. "Though we do not know specifically of the role of Vitamin D in COVID infections, given its wider implications for improving immune responses and clear evidence for bone and muscle health, those cocooning and other at-risk cohorts should ensure they have an adequate intake of Vitamin D. Cocooning is a necessity but will reduce physical activity. "Muscle deconditioning occurs rapidly in these circumstances and Vitamin D will help to maintain muscle health and strength in the current crisis.".Current statistics say that one in fifty adults are deficient in Vitamin D which is why TILDA researchers say that people over 50 should take supplements, as should those who are cocooning. Although Vitamin D can be made in the body from exposure to sunlight for 10-15 minutes per day, this isn't a reliable measure in Ireland due to our climate. However, in addition to supplements, Vitamin D is readily found in oily fish, eggs and fortified foods including cereals. You can read the research in full here.
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