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The Role of Vitamin D3 in Ocular Diseases

Authors :
Małgorzata Mrugacz
Kamila Pieńczykowska
Anna Bryl
Source :
Nutrients, Vol 16, Iss 12, p 1878 (2024)
Publication Year :
2024
Publisher :
MDPI AG, 2024.

Abstract

Vitamin D3 plays a vital role in numerous physiological processes within the human body, including having a positive effect on eye health. It is renowned for its immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and angiogenic properties. Its deficiency is evolving into a significant global challenge. In order to explain the connection between vitamin D3 and various ocular diseases, 84 relevant studies, mainly from the PubMed database, published in English between 1999 and 2024 were analyzed. Ocular tissues can activate and regulate vitamin D levels, which emphasizes the significance of this nutrient in maintaining eye homeostasis. While there is suggestive evidence for a probable association between vitamin D3 and ocular health, more robust research is needed to establish causation and inform clinical guidelines.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20726643
Volume :
16
Issue :
12
Database :
Directory of Open Access Journals
Journal :
Nutrients
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsdoj.1cc2a3a81d8240feb446cf9f68eb125a
Document Type :
article
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16121878