Vitamin D, the study of disease

The discussion centers on vitamin D deficiency and its widespread health implications, featuring Dr. David Grimes, a consultant physician, medical researcher, author, and teacher, recognized as a pioneer in understanding vitamin D. Dr. Grimes shares his early research in Blackburn, England, highlighting the high rates of deficiency among the poor and ethnic South Asian populations, linking it to conditions like tuberculosis. The conversation explores the correlation between vitamin D levels and various diseases, including multiple sclerosis, heart disease, and diabetes, emphasizing the importance of achieving optimal blood levels through supplementation. Dr. Grimes advocates for routine vitamin D testing during pregnancy to prevent deficiencies in newborns, aiming to break the cycle of generational health disparities.