| Theme |
New evolution of vitamin D |
| Title |
Vitamin D as a possible longevity hormone |
| Author |
Tetsuo Shoji |
Department of Geriatrics and Vascular Medicine, Endocrinology and Molecular Medicine, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine |
| Author |
Masaaki Inaba |
Department of Metabolism, Endocrinology and Molecular Medicine, Osaka City University Graduate School of Medicine |
| [ Summary ] |
Many observational studies have raised the possibility that vitamin D may be a longevity hormone for hemodialysis patients, non-dialyzed patients with chronic kidney disease, and the general population. Randomized controlled trials have been performed to test the effects of vitamin D on reno-protection, cardio-protection, infectious disease, and physical activity. |