Apr
01
2007
In a post-hoc analysis using data from a completed trial, vitamin D and calcium supplementation given over 3 years improved insulin resistance and fasting blood glucose in non-diabetic adults aged 65 who had impaired fasting glucose (IFG) at baseline...
Sep
30
2006
Based on strong preliminary data generated by Dr. Pittas and colleagues, the Vitamin D and Calcium Homeostasis for Prevention of Type 2 Diabetes (CaDDM) study is funded by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)...
Jul
10
2002
The idea that vitamin D is linked to risk of developing type 2 diabetes is conceived by Dr. Pittas. In 2002, Dr. Pittas enrolled in a Master’s degree program at the Tufts University Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Sciences....