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How can vitamin d help to maintain strong bones helping to prevent the development of osteoporosis?

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Dr. Philip Gasseling answered

More calcium to bone: Vitamin D improves the absorption of calcium from diet and help the body to place more of the needed Calcium in your bones

Dr Kass agreed

Answered 8/4/2015

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A member asked:

How can vitamin d help to maintain strong bones helping to prevent the development of osteoporosis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Gasseling answered

Dr Kass agreed

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