There has been substantial enthusiasm recently regarding the potential role of vitamin D in
the primary and secondary prevention of cancer. Laboratory studies demonstrate a range of …

The vitamin D receptor binds the seco-steroid hormone 1, 25 (OH) 2D3 with high affinity and
controls gene programs that include a significant component of the control of serum calcium …

Increasing scientific evidence supports the link between vitamin D and cancer risk. The
active metabolite 1, 25 (OH) 2D exerts its activity by binding to the vitamin D receptor (VDR) …

Background and objective CYP2R1 is a key gene in the vitamin D metabolic pathway. It has
been suggested that CYP2R1 gene variants in European populations are associated with …

An association between vitamin D level and muscle-related traits has been frequently
reported. Vitamin D level is dependent on various factors such as sunlight exposure and …

Genetic factors likely influence individuals' concentrations of 25-hydroxyvitamin D [25 (OH)
D], a biomarker of vitamin D exposure previously linked to reduced risk of several chronic …

Vitamin D is widely known for its roles in the promotion of apoptosis and differentiation, with
simultaneous inhibition of proliferation, inflammation, angiogenesis, invasion, and …

Background: Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, and it is a potential key factor in maintaining
a healthy status. Various observational studies have reported the association between …

Background Several preclinical studies have identified the antiproliferative effects of 25‐
hydroxyvitamin D [25 (OH) D; vitamin D]. Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) is essential for vitamin D …

Multiple epidemiological studies have shown that high vitamin D 3 status is strongly
associated with improved breast cancer survival. To determine the molecular pathways …