WASHINGTON: Vitamin D3 - produced in the body naturally when exposed to sunlight - may significantly restore damage to cardiovascular system, a study claims. Vitamin D3 supplements are also available over the counter. "Generally, vitamin D3 is associated with the bones. "It does not mean that the deficiency caused the heart attack, but it increased the risk of heart attack," said Malinski. Additionally, vitamin D3 significantly reduced the level of oxidative stress in the cardiovascular system, they said.

Source: Economic Times January 31, 2018 15:11 UTC