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January 2014 PMID 24119980

Effects of vitamin D supplements on bone mineral density: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

Ian R Reid, Mark J Bolland, Andrew Grey

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115
Peak: 2 in Dec 2020
across 5 sources since Dec 2020

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a balanced examination of the article, highlighting specific findings such as the limited overall effect of vitamin D on bone density yet noting benefits at particular sites like the femoral neck. The tone varies from neutral to mildly interested, with some posts referencing the nuances of doses and study populations, demonstrating moderate engagement without asserting major conclusions.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Discussions show mixed opinions, with some posts supporting the findings and others suggesting benefits in specific areas.

InterestModerate interest

Posts express moderate curiosity, especially when mentioning different bones or study results.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions reference details like study outcomes, doses, and specific bones, indicating a thoughtful level of engagement.

ImpactNeutral impact

Most posts reflect awareness of the research's significance but lack strong claims about practical implications.

Abstract in brief

  • The systematic review analyzed 23 randomized trials involving over 4,000 adults to assess whether vitamin D supplements affect bone mineral density (BMD), with most participants being women around age 59; results showed limited evidence that vitamin D alone significantly improves BMD, especially in populations with adequate baseline vitamin D levels.
  • Studies varied in vitamin D doses (most under 800 IU/day), duration (average about 2.4 months), and population characteristics, which might influence the ability to detect meaningful effects; heterogeneity was assessed using statistical tools like Cochrans Q and I2, indicating variability among study results.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that vitamin D supplements by themselves may not meaningfully impact BMD in general populations without targeted deficiency, highlighting the need for more research on appropriate doses, duration, and deficient populations to clarify potential benefits.]
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uni study note
@uni_study_note · X

「ビタミンDは骨密度を増やさないのかも」 メタアナライシス 骨粗鬆症の「無い」患者4082人 骨密度の変化を評価 大腿骨頸部でわずかな改善があるが、他部位はなし ↓ Effects of vitamin D supplements on bone mineral density: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/QjAqCHJGG0

Dec 28, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 433 followers View post →
Tejas Kulkarni
@TejasTekk · X

A systematic review and meta-analysis showed no effect of vitamin D,but vitamin D showed benefit at the site femoral neck https://t.co/970eazFhlh Another 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis showed A protective effect of vitamin D3 supplementation on BMD of the lumbar

Aug 1, 2025 · 3,553 followers View post →
uni
@uni_version2 · X

RT @uni_study_note: 「ビタミンDは骨密度を増やさないのかも」 メタアナライシス 骨粗鬆症の「無い」患者4082人 骨密度の変化を評価 大腿骨頸部でわずかな改善があるが、他部位はなし ↓ Effects of vitamin D supplements on…

Dec 28, 2020 · 1 share · 1,099 followers View post →
reg challis
@RegChallis · X

Does Vitamin D Supplementation actually improve Bone Health? [Study 329-... https://t.co/VltoPzEqrn via @YouTube

Oct 3, 2024 · 680 followers View post →
Karageorgos
@Karageorgos15 · X

Vitamin D: Bone Healer or Bone Breaker? Both, in fact. https://t.co/aTWfdQzZmd via @YouTube

Jan 27, 2025 · 610 followers View post →
Yu Ha　ファファモモモ明の人になりました。
@YuHa84002885 · X

RT @muscle_penguin_: ビタミンD欠乏症のない地域在住の成人に対して、骨粗鬆症予防としてビタミンDの内服は効果がない。 ビタミン欠乏の判断が難しい所ですが、基本的には十分な食事からの摂取が重要という事ですね。 https://t.co/bN5AFmVXEy

Dec 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 116 followers View post →

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Tejas Kulkarni
@TejasTekk · X

A systematic review and meta-analysis showed no effect of vitamin D,but vitamin D showed benefit at the site femoral neck https://t.co/970eazFhlh Another 2023 systematic review and meta-analysis showed A protective effect of vitamin D3 supplementation on BMD of the lumbar

Aug 1, 2025 · 3,553 followers View post →
Karageorgos
@Karageorgos15 · X

Vitamin D: Bone Healer or Bone Breaker? Both, in fact. https://t.co/aTWfdQzZmd via @YouTube

Jan 27, 2025 · 610 followers View post →
reg challis
@RegChallis · X

Does Vitamin D Supplementation actually improve Bone Health? [Study 329-... https://t.co/VltoPzEqrn via @YouTube

Oct 3, 2024 · 680 followers View post →
ma
@mtmtmtmtt · X

RT @muscle_penguin_: ビタミンD欠乏症のない地域在住の成人に対して、骨粗鬆症予防としてビタミンDの内服は効果がない。 ビタミン欠乏の判断が難しい所ですが、基本的には十分な食事からの摂取が重要という事ですね。 https://t.co/bN5AFmVXEy

Dec 8, 2021 · 2 shares · 8 followers View post →
Yu Ha　ファファモモモ明の人になりました。
@YuHa84002885 · X

RT @muscle_penguin_: ビタミンD欠乏症のない地域在住の成人に対して、骨粗鬆症予防としてビタミンDの内服は効果がない。 ビタミン欠乏の判断が難しい所ですが、基本的には十分な食事からの摂取が重要という事ですね。 https://t.co/bN5AFmVXEy

Dec 7, 2021 · 2 shares · 116 followers View post →
uni
@uni_version2 · X

RT @uni_study_note: 「ビタミンDは骨密度を増やさないのかも」 メタアナライシス 骨粗鬆症の「無い」患者4082人 骨密度の変化を評価 大腿骨頸部でわずかな改善があるが、他部位はなし ↓ Effects of vitamin D supplements on…

Dec 28, 2020 · 1 share · 1,099 followers View post →
uni study note
@uni_study_note · X

「ビタミンDは骨密度を増やさないのかも」 メタアナライシス 骨粗鬆症の「無い」患者4082人 骨密度の変化を評価 大腿骨頸部でわずかな改善があるが、他部位はなし ↓ Effects of vitamin D supplements on bone mineral density: a systematic review and meta-analysis https://t.co/QjAqCHJGG0

Dec 28, 2020 · 3 likes · 1 share · 433 followers View post →