Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 21 Researches
7.6
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Vegetable Capsule
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol)
125 mcg (5000 IU)
625%
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We conducted a rigorous study to explore how vitamin D3 supplementation might influence headaches in people suffering from migraines. By utilizing a well-structured, placebo-controlled, double-blind design, we included 80 participants with episodic migraines, assigning them either a daily dose of vitamin D3 or a placebo for 12 weeks.
After the study, we observed significant improvements in those receiving vitamin D3. Participants reported fewer headache days each month, shorter headache durations, and less severe pain overall. They also used fewer pain relievers compared to those on placebo, showcasing the potential benefit of vitamin D3 in managing migraine symptoms.
Our findings suggest that vitamin D3 not only aids in reducing headache frequency but may also play a role in addressing inflammation, as evidenced by reduced levels of certain inflammatory markers in the blood. This highlights its possible therapeutic value for migraine sufferers, indicating that a daily dose could make a meaningful difference in their lives.
After the study, we observed significant improvements in those receiving vitamin D3. Participants reported fewer headache days each month, shorter headache durations, and less severe pain overall. They also used fewer pain relievers compared to those on placebo, showcasing the potential benefit of vitamin D3 in managing migraine symptoms.
Our findings suggest that vitamin D3 not only aids in reducing headache frequency but may also play a role in addressing inflammation, as evidenced by reduced levels of certain inflammatory markers in the blood. This highlights its possible therapeutic value for migraine sufferers, indicating that a daily dose could make a meaningful difference in their lives.
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8
Vitamin D3 reduces migraine frequency
We conducted a rigorous study to determine whether vitamin D3 supplementation could help improve the lives of adults suffering from migraines. Our approach involved a well-structured, randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial, which included 36 women and 12 men, aged between 18 to 65 years.
Participants underwent a 4-week baseline period before being randomly assigned to receive either 100 μg/day of D3 vitamin or a placebo for 24 weeks. Throughout the study, we kept track of migraine attacks and various symptoms through self-reported diaries, logging important details like the frequency and severity of their migraines.
Our findings were quite promising. Those taking D3 vitamin experienced fewer migraine days compared to those on the placebo, suggesting that vitamin D3 could serve as an effective preventative treatment for migraine management. However, we noted that further studies with larger sample sizes would be beneficial to solidify these claims and fully understand the potential role of vitamin D3 in migraine prevention.
Participants underwent a 4-week baseline period before being randomly assigned to receive either 100 μg/day of D3 vitamin or a placebo for 24 weeks. Throughout the study, we kept track of migraine attacks and various symptoms through self-reported diaries, logging important details like the frequency and severity of their migraines.
Our findings were quite promising. Those taking D3 vitamin experienced fewer migraine days compared to those on the placebo, suggesting that vitamin D3 could serve as an effective preventative treatment for migraine management. However, we noted that further studies with larger sample sizes would be beneficial to solidify these claims and fully understand the potential role of vitamin D3 in migraine prevention.
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8
We explored the potential connection between vitamin D levels and headaches through a thorough investigation using two-sample Mendelian randomization analysis. Our goal was to determine if there’s a causal relationship between high vitamin D levels and the risk of experiencing headaches.
Our findings revealed that higher levels of vitamin D are linked to a lower risk of headaches. Specifically, we found that vitamin D may have a preventive effect, reducing the likelihood of headaches occurring. However, we also observed that there is no evidence to suggest that headaches cause changes in vitamin D levels.
This means while supplementing vitamin D may help keep headaches at bay, headaches themselves do not appear to affect vitamin D levels. This information contributes valuable insights into how maintaining sufficient vitamin D could play a role in headache management.
Our findings revealed that higher levels of vitamin D are linked to a lower risk of headaches. Specifically, we found that vitamin D may have a preventive effect, reducing the likelihood of headaches occurring. However, we also observed that there is no evidence to suggest that headaches cause changes in vitamin D levels.
This means while supplementing vitamin D may help keep headaches at bay, headaches themselves do not appear to affect vitamin D levels. This information contributes valuable insights into how maintaining sufficient vitamin D could play a role in headache management.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Effective for headaches
Good composition and fast delivery. The capsules, although slightly large, are easy to swallow and taste of citrus. I take one daily with meals, along with other supplements. After 10 days, I've noticed a remarkable improvement; my energy is up, headaches have stopped, and my mood is consistently excellent. This product is ideal for those interested in sports or following a diet, as omega-3 helps replenish the body's needs.
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7.5
Relieves headaches
I used this product for my frequent headaches. Regular use has made everyday life easier, and I find it to be a good value for money.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 21 Researches
7.6
- All Researches
9.5
We conducted a study to explore the effectiveness of simvastatin combined with vitamin D3 in preventing headaches for adults suffering from episodic migraines. The study involved 57 participants who were randomly assigned either the active treatment or a placebo for 24 weeks, following a 12-week baseline period.
Our findings revealed that those taking simvastatin and vitamin D3 experienced a meaningful reduction in the number of migraine days compared to those on the placebo. In fact, participants on the active treatment saw their migraine days decrease by an average of 8 days during the first 12 weeks, and 9 days during the subsequent weeks, with a statistically significant difference that supports the treatment's effectiveness.
It's also worth mentioning that 25% of the participants on simvastatin and vitamin D3 achieved at least a 50% reduction in migraine days at 12 weeks, which increased to 29% by 24 weeks. This is in stark contrast to just 3% of participants in the placebo group. Importantly, the occurrence of side effects was similar between the groups, suggesting that the treatment was well-tolerated.
Overall, we observed a promising potential for simvastatin and vitamin D3 as a preventative option for those grappling with chronic migraines, while also considering the broader health implications regarding vascular health.
Our findings revealed that those taking simvastatin and vitamin D3 experienced a meaningful reduction in the number of migraine days compared to those on the placebo. In fact, participants on the active treatment saw their migraine days decrease by an average of 8 days during the first 12 weeks, and 9 days during the subsequent weeks, with a statistically significant difference that supports the treatment's effectiveness.
It's also worth mentioning that 25% of the participants on simvastatin and vitamin D3 achieved at least a 50% reduction in migraine days at 12 weeks, which increased to 29% by 24 weeks. This is in stark contrast to just 3% of participants in the placebo group. Importantly, the occurrence of side effects was similar between the groups, suggesting that the treatment was well-tolerated.
Overall, we observed a promising potential for simvastatin and vitamin D3 as a preventative option for those grappling with chronic migraines, while also considering the broader health implications regarding vascular health.
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9
We conducted a clinical trial to investigate the effects of vitamin D supplementation alongside topiramate, a medication commonly used for migraine prevention in children aged 5 to 14. In this double-blind study, participants were divided into two groups: one received vitamin D with their topiramate treatment, while the other received a placebo.
After four months, we observed that those who took vitamin D experienced a significant reduction in the monthly frequency of headache attacks compared to the placebo group. We noted that children taking vitamin D also reported less disability from their migraines and a higher percentage showed a good response to the treatment.
Furthermore, the side effects were relatively similar between both groups, suggesting that combining vitamin D with topiramate is a safe and well-tolerated option. Overall, our findings indicate that vitamin D supplementation could enhance migraine management in pediatric patients.
After four months, we observed that those who took vitamin D experienced a significant reduction in the monthly frequency of headache attacks compared to the placebo group. We noted that children taking vitamin D also reported less disability from their migraines and a higher percentage showed a good response to the treatment.
Furthermore, the side effects were relatively similar between both groups, suggesting that combining vitamin D with topiramate is a safe and well-tolerated option. Overall, our findings indicate that vitamin D supplementation could enhance migraine management in pediatric patients.
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9
In exploring the treatment for headaches associated with post-COVID-19 giant cell arteritis and polymyalgia rheumatica, we observed that vitamin D3 was included alongside more traditional therapies. This was part of a comprehensive treatment approach that also involved pulse methylprednisolone and perineural injection therapy.
While the main focus of treatment appeared to be on corticosteroids and pain management strategies, the exact effect of vitamin D3 on headache relief remains unclear. Since the headaches notably persisted through early treatment stages and improved significantly after additional intervention, we can't conclusively state the efficacy of vitamin D3 in alleviating headache symptoms from this case alone.
It's worth noting that individual responses to treatments can vary widely, and further dedicated studies would be necessary to understand vitamin D3's specific role in headache management. For now, combining it with other treatments was part of a broader strategy to achieve recovery.
While the main focus of treatment appeared to be on corticosteroids and pain management strategies, the exact effect of vitamin D3 on headache relief remains unclear. Since the headaches notably persisted through early treatment stages and improved significantly after additional intervention, we can't conclusively state the efficacy of vitamin D3 in alleviating headache symptoms from this case alone.
It's worth noting that individual responses to treatments can vary widely, and further dedicated studies would be necessary to understand vitamin D3's specific role in headache management. For now, combining it with other treatments was part of a broader strategy to achieve recovery.
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9
Atorvastatin aids migraine control
We explored the relationship between vitamin D3 levels and migraine management in a study involving 68 patients suffering from migraine with aura. Before treatment, participants underwent vitamin D3 level evaluations, and those found to be deficient received vitamin D supplementation. However, while we investigated the effectiveness of adding atorvastatin to sodium valproate for better control of migraine symptoms, the specific effects of vitamin D3 alone on headache were not isolated in this study.
The results indicated that incorporating atorvastatin significantly reduced the severity of pain and the number of attacks. Participants in the atorvastatin group also reported higher satisfaction with their treatment compared to those receiving a placebo. Nonetheless, since the detailed effects of vitamin D3 on headaches were not independently assessed, we can’t conclude anything definitive about its role in headache management from this study alone.
Overall, while statins like atorvastatin show promise in treating migraine, our study did not directly evaluate the benefits of vitamin D3 on headache relief. Further research is needed to clarify vitamin D3's impact in this area.
The results indicated that incorporating atorvastatin significantly reduced the severity of pain and the number of attacks. Participants in the atorvastatin group also reported higher satisfaction with their treatment compared to those receiving a placebo. Nonetheless, since the detailed effects of vitamin D3 on headaches were not independently assessed, we can’t conclude anything definitive about its role in headache management from this study alone.
Overall, while statins like atorvastatin show promise in treating migraine, our study did not directly evaluate the benefits of vitamin D3 on headache relief. Further research is needed to clarify vitamin D3's impact in this area.
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9
We conducted a study to compare the effectiveness of topiramate, a medication traditionally used for migraine prevention, along with vitamin D3 in children. In a controlled, randomized clinical trial, we looked at children aged 5 to 15 who were experiencing migraines. Half of the participants received topiramate alone, while the other half received topiramate combined with vitamin D3 over two months.
Our findings revealed that both treatments significantly reduced the frequency and severity of migraines. However, the children who took topiramate along with vitamin D3 enjoyed even greater benefits. Specifically, those receiving the combination treatment reported fewer headache days and a lower level of disability due to migraines compared to those on topiramate alone. This combination treatment also led to a higher percentage of participants feeling a good response to their migraine management.
While some mild side effects were noted, they were temporary and similar across both treatment groups, suggesting that this combination is generally safe. Overall, we see that supplementing topiramate with vitamin D3 appears to be a promising strategy for protecting children against migraines.
Our findings revealed that both treatments significantly reduced the frequency and severity of migraines. However, the children who took topiramate along with vitamin D3 enjoyed even greater benefits. Specifically, those receiving the combination treatment reported fewer headache days and a lower level of disability due to migraines compared to those on topiramate alone. This combination treatment also led to a higher percentage of participants feeling a good response to their migraine management.
While some mild side effects were noted, they were temporary and similar across both treatment groups, suggesting that this combination is generally safe. Overall, we see that supplementing topiramate with vitamin D3 appears to be a promising strategy for protecting children against migraines.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 2 Reviews
8.5
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Effective for headaches
Good composition and fast delivery. The capsules, although slightly large, are easy to swallow and taste of citrus. I take one daily with meals, along with other supplements. After 10 days, I've noticed a remarkable improvement; my energy is up, headaches have stopped, and my mood is consistently excellent. This product is ideal for those interested in sports or following a diet, as omega-3 helps replenish the body's needs.
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7.5
Relieves headaches
I used this product for my frequent headaches. Regular use has made everyday life easier, and I find it to be a good value for money.
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