Vitamin D essential for asthmatic kids - study

According to a novel research, asthmatic kids with low levels of vitamin D could face problems like reduced lung functions. Researchers.

At National Jewish Health research institute, U.S., found that lower level of vitamin D in kids led to impaired lung function and increased use of medicines.

Whereas good amount of the sunshine vitamin improved the activity of corticosteroid hormones [chemical substances created by the body that control numerous body functions.] --the most effective regulator for asthma.

Lead study author, Dr. Donald Leung said, “Our work suggests that vitamin D enhances the anti-inflammatory function of corticosteroids.” “If future studies confirm these findings vitamin D may help asthma patients achieve better control of their respiratory symptoms with less medication,” added Leung.Details of the study
For the study, researchers assessed the medical records of 100 asthmatic children to determine the level of vitamin D in their body.