UPDATE ON VITAMIN D-SECOND UPDATE

I just reviewed the latest recommendations regarding vitamin D levels and intake according to the Pharmacist’s Letter (January 2011-Volume 27-Number 270102). As always, if the blood level of 25(OH)D (calcidiol) is below 20 ng/ml, vitamin D deficiency exists and must be corrected.  The general consensus is levels between 20-30 ng/ml are considered adequate.  This is…