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Scientists warn a popular vitamin D supplement may have a hidden downside

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: ScienceDaily

What happened

Not all vitamin D supplements are created equal, and new research suggests that one popular form may have an unexpected downside.

Key facts

  • Reported by ScienceDaily and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:06:26 UTC.

Why it matters

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