Vitamin D supplementation as a prevention of cardiovascular diseases

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality worldwide, and their prevention and control are essential for public health. Recent researches have highlighted the link between low levels of vitamin D and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases. This paper presents the current knowledge about the role of vitamin D supplementation as a potential strategy for cardiovascular disease prevention. Vitamin D plays a key role in the regulation of calcium and phosphate in the body, which affects the health of the heart and blood vessels. Low levels of vitamin D are associated with an increased incidence of hypertension, atherosclerosis and cardiac arrhythmias. Vitamin D supplementation can help maintain optimal levels of this vitamin in the body. Preliminary results from a series of studies suggest that vitamin D supplementation may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, especially in people with low baseline levels of the vitamin. However, further studies are needed in order to determine the optimal dosage and duration of supplementation, as well as reliably determine the effects and recommend more precise guidelines for the eventual use of vitamin D in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.