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How does vitamin d affect asthma?

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Anonymous

10y ago
Updated: 9/16/2019

Vitamin D is obtained through diet and surprisingly skin sun exposure. Asthma has many causes, symptoms and courses of action. It is best to consult a medical doctor or nurse to evaluate and treat symptoms.

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