Boosting Vitamin D: Not Enough or Too Much? - Current Science Controversies

Explore the controversy surrounding vitamin D intake recommendations in this Forum webcast from Harvard School of Public Health. Delve into the Institute of Medicine's report on dietary reference intakes for calcium and vitamin D, and understand why nutrition experts disagree on optimal levels. Learn about dietary sources, supplements for children, fortified foods, and the impact of body weight on vitamin D absorption. Examine safety concerns, target levels, and the role of sunscreen in vitamin D production. Investigate risk factors for deficiency and conditions like rickets. Hear insights from experts including Dr. Manson, Dr. Brennan, Dr. O'Brien, and Dr. Hughes as they discuss the complexities of vitamin D supplementation and its effects on health.

Introduction
Opening remarks
Dr Manson
Dr Brennan
Dr OBrien
Dr Hughes
Brandon
Lillian
Dietary Sources
fortified grains
supplements for children
supplements vs food
overweight and obese
safety
other studies
target level
online questions
sunscreen
risk factors
Rickets
Katarina Missoula
Dr Andrew Saylor