March 2011 PMID 21337617

Why the IOM recommendations for vitamin D are deficient.

Robert P Heaney, Michael F Holick

Mentions

56
Peak: 5 in Mar 2023
across 7 sources since Oct 2016

Extended reach

113,208
potential audience

Total likes

699

Video views

25,929

Mentions per month

Oct 2016 – Dec 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a consensus that the IOM recommendations are insufficient, as evidenced by comments like 'the vitamin D recommendation is too low' and critiques stating that doses like 15 μg 'fail in a major way on logic and on science.' The tone combines scientific critique with concern about regional deficiencies, which underscores the importance and impact of updating nutritional guidelines based on current evidence.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions strongly support the critique of the IOM recommendations, emphasizing that current guidelines are too low and outdated.

InterestModerate interest

There is moderate engagement with the topic, highlighting the relevance of vitamin D intake and its health implications, especially in regions like Scandinavia.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants demonstrate some depth by quoting expert opinions and scientific criticisms, but the overall tone remains somewhat straightforward and informational.

ImpactModerate impact

The posts raise awareness about potentially harmful nutritional policies and challenge official guidelines, indicating a noteworthy influence on public health discussions.

Abstract in brief

  • The IOM recommendations for vitamin D are criticized for being flawed in terms of scientific reasoning, logic, and public health effectiveness.
  • The approach misses the mark by not using a realistic physiological reference point, which is essential for accurate nutritional guidelines.
  • Overall, the critique argues that the IOM’s method for setting vitamin D guidelines could lead to ineffective or even harmful nutritional policies.]

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Miguel A.
@AsimovIsaac1919 · X

Sin embargo, la Endocrine Society y otros expertos argumentan que la vitamina D también puede desempeñar un papel importante en otros sistemas y órganos, lo que sugiere que la dosis se ajuste en consecuencia. https://t.co/Yzt1qmjF7i

Mar 3, 2023 · 22 likes · 2 shares · 7,804 followers View post →
Colin Walsh
@happyspud1 · X

Why the IOM recommendations for vitamin D are deficient #VitaminD https://t.co/x6DqFO0c0x

Apr 6, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 2,405 followers View post →
Angelus caelorum
@CaelorumAngelus · X

Mar 3, 2023 · 1 like · 3,307 followers View post →
Colin Walsh
@happyspud1 · X

Over 10 years ago the Institute of Medicine advised low doses and blood levels of #VitaminD are OK - they aren't. The IOM advice was already obsolete when it published its recommendations - top experts #Covid19 #Arcturus https://t.co/x6DqFO0c0x

Apr 16, 2023 · 1 like · 2,405 followers View post →
Johanna Kaipiainen
@ETM_Kaipiainen · X

@MonkyChi83 @gorzakus @BBCNews Yes, 10 µg is not enough, vitamin d recommendations vary between 15-50 µg in Europe and North America (EFSA and IOM recommends 15 µg, Endocrine Society 38-50 µg/d) and some experts say that even 15 µg is deficient. https://t.co/P6QkVJBfSX

Apr 23, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 801 followers View post →
Matt
@MattPrkt · X

https://t.co/D4eKxZvn6F

Apr 6, 2021 · 1 like · 305 followers View post →

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Johanna Kaipiainen
@ETM_Kaipiainen · X

@ScepticalDoctor The vitamin D recommendation is too low, and this is not just my opinion. The situation is even worse here in Scandinavia - the vitamin D recommendation is here only 10 µg/d and deficiency is common. https://t.co/mAS97KVyBy

May 2, 2023 · 801 followers View post →
Colin Walsh
@happyspud1 · X

Over 10 years ago the Institute of Medicine advised low doses and blood levels of #VitaminD are OK - they aren't. The IOM advice was already obsolete when it published its recommendations - top experts #Covid19 #Arcturus https://t.co/x6DqFO0c0x

Apr 16, 2023 · 1 like · 2,405 followers View post →
YUCATANALL
@Yucatanall · X

RT @MIGUELA71643080: Sin embargo, la Endocrine Society y otros expertos argumentan que la vitamina D también puede desempeñar un papel impo…

Mar 4, 2023 · 2 shares · 14,699 followers View post →
Jorge Nuñez
@jorgecabral1201 · X

RT @MIGUELA71643080: Sin embargo, la Endocrine Society y otros expertos argumentan que la vitamina D también puede desempeñar un papel impo…

Mar 4, 2023 · 2 shares · 2,052 followers View post →
Isabel Martin
@valsurbio · X

RT @MIGUELA71643080: Sin embargo, la Endocrine Society y otros expertos argumentan que la vitamina D también puede desempeñar un papel impo…

Mar 4, 2023 · 2 shares · 4,813 followers View post →
Miguel A.
@AsimovIsaac1919 · X

Sin embargo, la Endocrine Society y otros expertos argumentan que la vitamina D también puede desempeñar un papel importante en otros sistemas y órganos, lo que sugiere que la dosis se ajuste en consecuencia. https://t.co/Yzt1qmjF7i

Mar 3, 2023 · 22 likes · 2 shares · 7,804 followers View post →
Angelus caelorum
@CaelorumAngelus · X

Mar 3, 2023 · 1 like · 3,307 followers View post →
Johanna Kaipiainen
@ETM_Kaipiainen · X

15 µg dosage "fails in a major way on logic and on science", as RP Heaney and MF Holick wrote already in 2011. 2/2. https://t.co/mAS97KVyBy

Feb 14, 2023 · 801 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

Vitamin D, Calcium, or Combined Supplementation for the Primary Prevention of Fractures in Community-Dwelling Adults: Preventive Medication (2018) https://t.co/fA6M010Tjv Why the IOM recommendations for vitamin D are deficient (2011 editorial) https://t.co/CejCrx17ni More Qs.

Jul 17, 2022 · 43,295 followers View post →
Matt
@MattPrkt · X

https://t.co/D4eKxZvn6F

Apr 6, 2021 · 1 like · 305 followers View post →
Steve K
@SteveKe61657969 · X

RT @happyspud1: Why the IOM recommendations for vitamin D are deficient #VitaminD https://t.co/x6DqFO0c0x

Apr 6, 2021 · 1 share · 866 followers View post →
Colin Walsh
@happyspud1 · X

Why the IOM recommendations for vitamin D are deficient #VitaminD https://t.co/x6DqFO0c0x

Apr 6, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 2,405 followers View post →
Anas Alameen
@SirAnasT · X

Why the IOM recommendations for vitamin D are deficient https://t.co/XPmV69whYP

Aug 29, 2020 · 48 followers View post →
The End is Far
@TheEndisFar · X

The Recommended Daily Allowance RDA of #VitaminD is the lowest amount you can have before you start showing signs of the Rickets (10ng/mL) and you can take 16x that amount safely for months and 8x safely ongoing. Go Figure. https://t.co/eotSb9CfSS https://t.co/aXxLQB1EIG

Aug 17, 2020 · 1,426 followers View post →
Seattle
@MonkyChi83 · X

RT @ETM_Kaipiainen: @MonkyChi83 @gorzakus @BBCNews Yes, 10 µg is not enough, vitamin d recommendations vary between 15-50 µg in Europe and…

Apr 23, 2020 · 1 share · 1,048 followers View post →
Johanna Kaipiainen
@ETM_Kaipiainen · X

@MonkyChi83 @gorzakus @BBCNews Yes, 10 µg is not enough, vitamin d recommendations vary between 15-50 µg in Europe and North America (EFSA and IOM recommends 15 µg, Endocrine Society 38-50 µg/d) and some experts say that even 15 µg is deficient. https://t.co/P6QkVJBfSX

Apr 23, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 801 followers View post →
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