011 – Vitamin D: The “Healthy Aging” Dose & FAQs

In this Episode:

Dr. K discusses her approach to vitamin D for healthy aging, including:

• What dose of Vitamin D is likely right for most older adults
• Why she believes that most older adults should take a vitamin D supplement
• What experts such as the US Preventative Services Task Force and the American Geriatrics Society recommend
• Dr. K also addresses many common questions people have about vitamin D, including:
  • What type of Vitamin D should I take?
  • Do I need to have my blood level checked?
  • Will Vitamin D really prevent falls or fractures?
  • Will Vitamin D really prevent dementia, cancer, or premature death?
  • If I’m outside a lot, do I need a vitamin D supplement?
  • What should one’s vitamin D level be?
  • Is a higher level of vitamin D better for you?

Related Resources:

• Vitamin D: the Healthy Aging Dose to Prevent Deficiency & FAQs
• Vitamin D Fact Sheet (for Health Professionals), from the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements
• Getting Enough Vitamin D in Later Life, from HealthinAging.org
• Choosing Wisely: 5 Treatments You Should Question