The assistant coroner said there were no warnings on or on the packaging detailing the specific risks or side effects of vitamin D.
The investigation into the death of 89-year-old David Michener in the UK has raised concerns about taking vitamin D supplements.
by new york postBefore Michener’s death, it was reported that he had been taking high-concentration vitamin D supplements for at least nine months.
The results of the postmortem report showed that the vitamin D level was 380, while the Harvard University recommended vitamin D level for adults is 30.
Reports suggest that his death occurred due to vitamin D toxicity, hypercalcemia, heart failure and renal failure.
The findings prompted medical professionals and law enforcement to further investigate the issue.
The coroner in Surrey, UK, has called for changes to supplement packaging regulations following Mr Michener’s tragic death. He contacted the Department of Health and Social Care and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) to investigate the matter.
Jonathan Stevens, assistant coroner for Surrey, raised concerns about the potentially serious risks and side effects of taking too many vitamin supplements.
He emphasized that current labeling requirements do not require such risks to be listed on packaging.
“There are no warnings on the packaging detailing the specific risks or side effects of taking vitamin D supplements,” he said.
