Vitamin D para Depression-Related Cognitive Dysfunction
C Evidencia Evidencia limitada de estudios pequeños, pero existen algunas señales positivas.Research suggests vitamin D supplementation may help improve depressive symptoms including brain fog and mood-related cognitive symptoms, particularly in deficient individuals.
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Conclusión
Research suggests vitamin D supplementation may help improve depressive symptoms including brain fog and mood-related cognitive symptoms, particularly in deficient individuals.
Key Study Findings
Observational Study
n=2582
Relationship Between Serum Vitamins and Cognitive Impairment in the Elderly: A Study Based on the …
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: Cognitive impairment risk
Efecto: OR=0.695 (Vit D); OR=0.777 (FA)
p=0.003 (Vit D); p=0.034 (FA)
Población: Elderly participants aged 60+ from NHANES 2011-2014
Review
B-vitamins and one-carbon metabolism during pregnancy: health impacts and challenges.
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: Pregnancy outcomes and offspring neurodevelopment
Efecto: None
None
Población: Pregnant women (review)
Meta-Analysis
Effects of vitamins and polyunsaturated fatty acids on cognitive function in older adults with mild …
Dose: None
vs: Control
Outcome: Cognitive function
Efecto: SMD = 0.58, 95% CI = [0.20, 0.96]
P = 0.003
Población: Patients with mild cognitive impairment
Other
Dietary Clostridium butyricum and 25-Hydroxyvitamin D3 modulate bone metabolism of broilers through the gut-brain axis.
Dose: 75 mg
vs: None
Outcome: Body weight
Efecto: None
P < 0.05
Población: Rat model
Controlled Clinical Trial
Targeting neuroendocrine abnormalities in Parkinson's disease with exercise.
Dose: None
vs: None
Outcome: neuroprotection
Efecto: None
None
Población: None
RCT
n=65
36 weeks
Double-blind
Yeast Beta-Glucan Supplementation with Multivitamins Attenuates Cognitive Impairments in Individuals with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: …
Dose: 4 capsules daily, each containing: beta-glucan 250 mg + vitamin D3 3.75 µg + vitamin B6 1.05 mg + zi
vs: Placebo
Efecto: significant improvement in cognitive fatigue (FIS-40); p = 0.0338
0.0338
Key Statistics
12
Estudios
2000
Participantes
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Positive
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Calificación
Referenced Papers
Brain and behavior
2026
The Proceedings of …
2025
5 citas
European journal of …
2024
16 citas
Poultry science
2024
9 citas
Nutrients
2023
9 citas
Frontiers in neuroscience
2023
5 citas
Journal of cosmetic …
2023
3 citas
Nutrition and health
2020
4 citas
Vitamin and mineral supplementation for maintaining cognitive function in cognitively healthy people in mid and late life.
Meta-Analysis
The Cochrane database …
2018
123 citas
The journal of …
2017
75 citas
The journal of …
2015
25 citas
[Vitamins and nutritional supplements in older persons: How to diagnose and when to substitute?].
Review
Der Internist
2015
3 citas
European journal of …
2012
225 citas
Evidence report/technology assessment
2006
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Dosificaciones de uso común
- general:
- 600-2,000 IU/day
- deficiencycorrection:
- 4,000-5,000 IU/day
Límite superior: 4,000 IU/day (IOM); 10,000 IU/day (Endocrine Society upper safety)
Dosificaciones estudiadas en la investigación
| Dosificación | Duración | Efecto | N |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | -- | Positive | 2582 |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| 75 mg | -- | Neutral | -- |
| None | -- | Positive | -- |
| 4 capsules daily, each containing: beta-glucan 250 mg + vitamin D3 3.75 µg + vitamin B6 1.05 mg + zi | 36 weeks | Positive | 65 |
| None | -- | Negative | 90 |
| 50000 IU/week | 9 weeks | Positive | 619 |
Mejor momento para tomar: With meals containing fat; morning preferred
Safety & Side Effects
Efectos secundarios reportados
- ⚠ Hypercalcemia at very high doses
- ⚠ Nausea and vomiting
- ⚠ Kidney stones (rare, high doses)
- ⚠ Weakness and fatigue
Interacciones conocidas
- ● Corticosteroids (reduce calcium absorption)
- ● Statins (both affect cholesterol pathways)
- ● Thiazide diuretics (additive calcium retention)
- ● Weight loss drugs (may reduce vitamin D absorption)
Ingesta máxima tolerable: 4,000 IU/day (IOM); 10,000 IU/day (Endocrine Society upper safety)
Consulte siempre a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.Siempre consulte a su profesional de salud antes de comenzar cualquier suplemento.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Vitamin D help with Depression-Related Cognitive Dysfunction?
Based on 12 studies with 2,000 participants, there is limited but promising evidence that Vitamin D may support Depression-Related Cognitive Dysfunction management. Our evidence grade is C (Some Evidence).
How much Vitamin D should I take for Depression-Related Cognitive Dysfunction?
Studies have used various dosages. A commonly studied range is 600-2,000 IU/day. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any supplement regimen.
Are there side effects of Vitamin D?
Reported side effects may include Hypercalcemia at very high doses, Nausea and vomiting, Kidney stones (rare, high doses), Weakness and fatigue. Most side effects are mild and dose-dependent. Consult your doctor if you experience any adverse reactions.
How strong is the evidence for Vitamin D and Depression-Related Cognitive Dysfunction?
We rate the evidence as Grade C (Some Evidence). This rating is based on 12 peer-reviewed studies with 2,000 total participants. The overall direction of effect is positive.
Related Evidence
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References
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