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Vitamin D and Your Body Volume Title: Why Does Vitamin D Matter?

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Vitamin D and Your Body
Publisher:Bentham Science
By: J. Ruth Wu Wong  
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|Jun 2012
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New tests and studies continue to reveal exciting information about the power of vitamin D in maintaining good health and preventing major illnesses. 'Why Does Vitamin D Matter?' not only covers vitamin D basics but also explores the science of the vitamin D receptor (VDR) the protein that binds to the active metabolite of vitamin D to fulfill biochemical functions it explains how vitamin D analogs directly activate the VDR. Readers will find this e-book informative not only from the scientific point of view but also from the potential applications of the knowledge into one’s daily life.

Starting with a brief history of vitamin D and VDR research followed by a detailed scientific report of how vitamin D and VDR work this e-book goes on to cover epidemiological studies that investigate the outcome of vitamin D deficiency and the effects of vitamin D supplementation. Issues related to vitamin D supplementation are also addressed from different angles. This e-book continues with a comprehensive report on the numerous vitamin D analogs currently on the market or in development to treat various diseases followed by exploring the possibility of developing this class of compounds for additional indications.

This e-book is suitable for both general readers and scientists involved in vitamin D research or students who are interested in a career in biochemical/medical/nutritional research especially in the field of vitamin D and the vitamin D receptor.
PDF ISBN: 978-1-60805-083-3
Publisher: Bentham Science
Copyright owner: © 2012 Bentham Science Publishers
Publication date: 2012
Language: English
Pages: 125
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Medicine,
Clinical medicine,
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