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What benefits does taking vitamin d3 provide? is there any truth to claims that it boosts gh levels and can actually cause added height in adults?
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Many, Yes and No: There are many benefits of taking Vit D3 including preventing many forms of cancer, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, multiple sclerosis,diabetes,depression & many other illnesses.It also enhances immune function, reducing risk of influenza. It can raise GH levels but no adult can grow after bone growth plates close in adolescence. Adults should take 5-8000 iu/day. See http://tinyurl.com/2chkcer
Answered 11/29/2015
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