Low levels of vitamin D may increase risk of stress fractures in active individuals

Tuesday, December 15, 2015 - 07:04 in Health & Medicine

Vitamin D plays a crucial role in ensuring appropriate bone density. Active individuals who enjoy participating in higher impact activities may need to maintain higher vitamin D levels to reduce their risk of stress fractures, report investigators.

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