Low Vitamin D Correlates to Risk of Depression

Low Vitamin D Correlates to Risk of Depression

Low Vitamin D Correlates to Risk of Depression

Vitamins and Human Growth Hormone

Previously, studies have reported a link between Vitamin D status and symptoms of depression.  Jane Maddock, from University College London (United Kingdom), and colleagues analyzed data collected on 7,401 subjects involved in the 1958 British birth cohort. Questionnaires were employed to ascertain behaviors at 45 years of age, and measured mental health issues including depression, anxiety, panic, and phobia utilizing standardized assessment scales.

Low Vitamin D Correlates to Risk of Depression

The researchers found that, at age 45 years, higher levels of Vitamin D associated with lower risks of depression and panic.  Specifically, the data suggested that people with Vitamin D levels of at least 75 nmol/L were at 43% lower risk of depression, as compared to people with vitamin D levels lower than 25 nmol/L.  The study authors conclude that: “This study provides support for an association of low [circulating Vitamin D] concentrations with current and subsequent risk of depression in mid-adulthood.”

From: http://www.worldhealth.net/news/low-vitamin-d-correlates-risk-depression/

Low Vitamin D Correlates to Risk of Depression