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Daily 1p Vitamin D Pill Slashes Dementia Risk by 40%

2/2/2025

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A groundbreaking study reveals that a daily vitamin D pill, costing just 1p, could significantly reduce the risk of dementia. Researchers analyzed data from 12,388 dementia-free individuals aged 71 and discovered that those taking vitamin D experienced a remarkable 40% lower incidence of dementia, with women enjoying an even greater benefit of 49%.

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A groundbreaking study reveals that a daily vitamin D pill, costing just 1p, could significantly reduce the risk of dementia. Researchers analyzed data from 12,388 dementia-free individuals aged 71 and discovered that those taking vitamin D experienced a remarkable 40% lower incidence of dementia, with women enjoying an even greater benefit of 49%.