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Vitamin D deficiency in childhood linked to aggression and mood disorders in adolescence

Neuroscience NewsAugust 20, 2019

Middle-school aged children with vitamin D deficiency were twice as likely to develop externalizing behavior problems and mood disorders during adolescence than their peers with higher levels of the vitamin.... Read More...

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Optimal vitamin D levels may vary for different ethnic and racial groups

Neuroscience NewsAugust 14, 2019

Optimal levels of Vitamin D are different, depending on a person's ethnic background. People with less than 20 nanograms of vitamin D per milliliter of blood are deficient. However, taking higher doses of vitamin D through supplements may not be beneficial, as previous studies have shown high dose supplements can increase bone fracture risks.... Read More...

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Low vitamin D levels linked to non-motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease

Neuroscience NewsAugust 7, 2019

Vitamin D supplementation may help reduce some of the non-motor symptoms associated with Parkinson's disease.... Read More...

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Low UVB exposure during pregnancy linked to higher rates of learning disabilities

Neuroscience NewsJune 27, 2019

Lower exposure to UVB rays during pregnancy has been linked to an increased risk of learning disabilities in children. According to the study, lower UVB exposure during the first trimester had a slightly stronger correlation with neurodevelopmental disorders.... Read More...

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Study links poor sleep with poor nutrition

Neuroscience NewsJune 9, 2019

A retrospective analysis finds a correlation between sleep disorders and a lack of essential vitamins and minerals. ... Read More...

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Vitamin D study sheds light on immune system effects

Neuroscience NewsApril 17, 2019

Vitamin D causes dendritic cells to produce more CD31, hindering the activation of T cells. The study sheds light on how vitamin D deficiency regulates the immune system and can lead to autoimmune diseases, like multiple sclerosis.... Read More...

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Do minerals play a role in development of multiple sclerosis?

Neuroscience NewsApril 6, 2019

Study finds no association between mineral levels or dietary mineral intake and an increased risk of multiple sclerosis.... Read More...

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More vitamin D may improve memory but too much may slow reaction time

Neuroscience NewsMarch 14, 2019

Taking higher doses of vitamin D supplements can help improve memory and learning, but negatively impacts reaction time in postmenopausal women with a higher BMI. Researchers suggest the slowed reaction times may contribute to an increased risk of falls in older people.... Read More...

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Potential Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Loss of Brain Plasticity

Neuroscience NewsFebruary 20, 2019

Researchers report vitamin D levels affect perineuronal nets in the hippocampus. The study found vitamin D deficiency resulted in a significant decline in memory and learning in mouse models. ... Read More...

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Link Between Neonatal Vitamin D Deficiency and Schizophrenia Confirmed

Neuroscience NewsDecember 7, 2018

A new study confirms the link between vitamin D deficiency in newborns and an increased risk of schizophrenia later in life. Researchers report those born with a vitamin D deficiency had a 44% increased risk of being diagnosed with schizophrenia as adults.... Read More...

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Postnatal Depression Could be Linked to Fewer Daylight Hours During Late Pregnancy

Neuroscience NewsSeptember 27, 2018

A new study reports women who are in their third trimester of pregnancy during months with less day light are at an increased risk of developing postnatal depression.... Read More...

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Vitamin D No Defense Against Dementia or MS

Neuroscience NewsJuly 10, 2018

Researchers report they have found little convincing evidence to support the claim vitamin D is a neuroprotective agent.... Read More...

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Vitamin D deficiency in childhood linked to aggression and mood disorders in adolescence

Optimal vitamin D levels may vary for different ethnic and racial groups

Low vitamin D levels linked to non-motor symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease

Low UVB exposure during pregnancy linked to higher rates of learning disabilities

Study links poor sleep with poor nutrition

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More vitamin D may improve memory but too much may slow reaction time

Potential Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and Loss of Brain Plasticity

Link Between Neonatal Vitamin D Deficiency and Schizophrenia Confirmed

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