Scientists have been aware of vitamin D receptors (VDR)throughout the nervous system1for over a decade now.
Past research has linkedvitamin D sufficiencytobetter overall cognitive functionand increased attention span and low vitamin D levels todepressive symptoms.
In this study, the average age of participants was 92 at the time of death.
Serum total 25(OH)D is best to capture the full picture."
Future research is needed to continue to explore the exact mechanisms of vitamin D in the brain.
