Posts Tagged: vitamin-d

Top-ranking nutrient-dense, low-calorie foods

We define high-ranking nutrient-dense low-calorie foods as foods that provide maximum micronutrients phytochemicals fiber and health benefits per calorie here s a strong list based on evidence from nutrition science Leafy greens Examples Spinach kale Swiss chard collard greens arugula...

The main biological roles of vitamin D beyond bone health

Vitamin D has several important biological roles beyond bone health Immune System Regulation Vitamin D acts as a potent modulator of the immune system Many immune cells including macrophages dendritic cells and T lymphocytes have vitamin D receptors VDRs and...