Micronutrients & recovery
Combined calcium and vitamin D supplementation significantly reduces the risk of total fractures (by 15%) and hip fractures (by 30%) in middle-aged to older adults.
If you are middle-aged or older, taking a daily supplement containing calcium (500-1200mg) and Vitamin D (400-800 IU) can significantly lower your risk of breaking bones, especially hip fractures. This is particularly important if you live in an institution or are at higher risk for falls.
Meta-analysis of all studies showed that calcium plus vitamin D supplementation produced a statistically significant 15 % reduced risk of total fractures (SRRE, 0.85; 95 % confidence interval [CI], 0.73–0.98) and a 30 % reduced risk of hip fractures (SRRE, 0.70; 95 % CI, 0.56–0.87).
Why this rating
Meta-analysis of 8 RCTs with over 30,000 participants, though with noted publication bias and heterogeneity in dosing.
Source
Calcium plus vitamin D supplementation and risk of fractures: an updated meta-analysis from the National Osteoporosis Foundation
Connie M. Weaver et al. · Osteoporosis International · 2015
DOI 10.1007/s00198-015-3386-5
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