Vitamin D and Its Role During Pregnancy in Attaining Optimal Health of Mother and Fetus

Despite its discovery a hundred years ago, vitamin D has emerged as one of the most controversial nutrients and prohormones of the 21st century. Its role in calcium metabolism and bone health is undisputed but its role in immune function and long-term health is debated. There are clear indicators fr...

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Main Authors: Bruce W. Hollis, Donna D. Johnson, Adekunle Dawodu, Sarah N. Taylor, Carol L. Wagner
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-03-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/4/3/208/