Vitamin D levels strongly influence bone mineral density and bone turnover markers during weight gain in female patients with anorexia nervosa

DiscussionHypovitaminosis D may counteract the efficacy of refeeding in AN through increased bone resorption mediated by secondary hyperparathyroidism, which strongly supports the use of vitamin D supplements for bone health in AN.

Source: International Journal of Eating Disorders - June 7, 2017 Category: Eating Disorders & Weight Management Authors: Alessandro Giollo, Luca Idolazzi, Cristian Caimmi, Angelo Fassio, Francesco Bertoldo, Riccardo Dalle Grave, Marwan El Ghoch, Simona Calugi, Paola Vittoria Bazzani, Ombretta Viapiana, Maurizio Rossini, Davide Gatti Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research