Beneficial effects of vitamin D on insulin sensitivity, blood pressure, abdominal subcutaneous fat thickness, and weight loss in refractory obesity

Abstract

IN BRIEF This study explored the impact of correcting vitamin D deficiencon blood pressure, metabolic status, and weight loss in patients with fatigue and obesity refractory to conventional interventions such as diet, exercise, behavioral modification, and pharmacotherapy. Correction of vitamin D deficiency in such patients was found to be significantly associated with weight reduction and improved insulin sensitivity.