Role of vitamin D in insulin resistance

Authors

  • Giuseppe Derosa

Keywords:

Vitamin D, Insulin resistance, Type 2 diabetes mellitus

Abstract

There is plenty of evidence in the literature that vitamin D is essential for calcium homeostasis for optimal skeletal health. Type 2 diabetes mellitus is a syndrome with major long-term negative consequences. Efforts have been made to find innovative approaches for diabetes prevention and treatment, and a recent focus has been on vitamin D supplementation. The aim of this review was to evaluate the effect of vitamin D on insulin resistance.

Published

20-04-2021

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