Vitamin D and Omega-3 Prevent Autoimmune Disease

Older adults who took vitamin D and omega-3 supplements had a significantly reduced risk of autoimmune diseases, adding further support for optimizing your levels of these two powerful nutrients.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• A study published in BMJ found that supplementing with vitamin D and omega-3 fats could significantly lower your risk of developing an autoimmune disease, including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, thyroid diseases and more, as you get older

• Participants took vitamin D3 (2,000 IU), omega-3 fats (1,000 milligrams) or a placebo daily and w…