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Article: Sunshine vitamin 'helps ward off breast cancer'.
- Article from:
- Daily Mail (London)
- Article date:
- October 17, 2006
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Byline: JENNY HOPE
WOMEN with high levels of vitamin D have better resistance to breast cancer, say researchers.
A British study has shown those with advanced breast cancer had lower levels of vitamin D in their bloodstream than those in the early stages of the disease.
Researchers at Imperial College London claim this is evidence that the vitamin, which principally comes from sunlight, may protect against cancer.
They are planning to investigate whether taking supplements to keep vitamin D levels high could fight the disease.
The study may also be used to support claims that women should ensure plentiful exposure to sunlight ...