From the Vitamin D Council

A new study evaluating the effect of nutrient intake and deficiencies on sleep has found that vitamin D relates to sleep maintenance.

Research on vitamin D and sleep disorders is scarce and has yet to establish a causal link. The few studies on vitamin D and sleep suggest a link between vitamin D and certain sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea.

However, research in general shows that sleep is related to nutrient intake and behavior. Previous research suggests that sleep disorders, resulting in low sleep quality, can impact the nutrient intake of individuals.

Researchers recently used data from the National health and Nutrition Examination Survey to help explain what effect nutrient intake has on sleep quality and sleep symptoms.

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