Vitamin D Supplements May Not Aid Most Seniors
A scientific review led by the University of Montreal has concluded that calcium and vitamin D supplements taken by older adults to improve bone health offer limited benefits in preventing fractures and falls, especially among healthy individuals living independently. Studies have shown that combining these supplements initially produces a weak effect, but this diminishes when a single study from the 1990s involving elderly women in nursing homes is excluded—despite the fact that its results were based on severe vitamin deficiency. The findings indicate that treating 100 people with a supplement combination prevents just one fracture, which is considered to reflect limited effectiveness. Additionally, these supplements may cause side effects such as constipation or an increased risk of kidney stones. The evidence more strongly suggests that exercise programs aimed at improving balance and strengthening muscles offer greater protection against falls.
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