No evidence that vitamin D prevents coronavirus, say experts
by Haroon Siddique from on (#555MK)
Nice says topic is under review, but still advises taking supplements for bone health
No evidence exists to support taking vitamin D supplements to prevent Covid-19, UK public health experts have found.
A rapid review of evidence for claims that the so-called sunshine vitamin could reduce the risk of coronavirus was launched amid concerns about the disproportionate number of black, Asian and minority ethnic people contracting and dying from the disease. Higher levels of melanin in the skin lead to less absorption of vitamin D from sunlight.
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