Elevated blood pressure is one of the most widespread, life-threatening cardiovascular diseases. Anti-hypertensive drugs don’t address the underlying cause and are even associated with side effects. Lack of vitamin D, which can cause different cardiovascular diseases, is also quite common. According to a large Spanish population study, having higher levels of vitamin D in the blood can lower the risk of hypertension. In their research paper, the scientists address the mechanisms through which vitamin D is thought to control blood pressure.

Lack of vitamin D is a global health problem. The same is the case with overweight and hypertension, a combination that results in millions of deaths. Apparently, supplementing with vitamin D can lower blood pressure in people who are overweight, according to a study that is published in Journal of Endrocrine Society. It is important to be aware of the interactions between vitamin D, calcium, and magnesium.