Vitamin D deficiency leads to several health problems, and its prevalence is increasing rapidly worldwide.
A recent study conducted in Japan has revealed that taking supplements to address vitamin D deficiency reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes.
According to the study published in the medical journal BMJ, the results of a three year research on 1,256 individuals showed that those who took supplements to overcome vitamin D deficiency not only had a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes but also maintained better insulin levels.
During the study, experts divided participants into two groups. One group was given a very small daily dose of vitamin D supplements, while the other group was given only plain glucose.
Experts conducted various tests every three months, including body mass index and tests to check for diabetes.
Results showed that individuals taking supplements to address vitamin D deficiency had an 11 percent lower chance of developing type 2 diabetes.
According to the experts involved in the research, although the difference between individuals deficient in vitamin D and those taking supplements was not very significant, it was observed that the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes was lower among those using supplements.
Experts suggested that people can take vitamin D supplements to prevent type 2 diabetes.
