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Abstract

The rapid increase in the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases and low vitamin D levels are both
considered important public health issues. low level of vitamin D can promote endothelial dysfunction
and the development of atherosclerosis. also Vitamin D receptors are also expressed in the
cardiomyocytes of the left ventricle. One of the important mechanisms by which vitamin D affects
cardiovascular health is its effect on adipose tissue. Vitamin D can modulate the inflammatory response
of immune cells and adipocytes inside adipose tissue. Given the importance of vitamin D levels and
their relationship to adipose tissue in people with cardiovascular disease, understanding the mechanisms
of action of vitamin D in adipocytes may have a significant impact on maintaining cardiovascular health.
In the present review, we focus on mechanisms through which vitamin D may influence adipose tissue
associated with cardiovascular disease. In addition to checking whether vitamin D supplementation can
be a treatment option to improve adipose tissue function and thus prevent cardiovascular disease

Keywords

cardiovascular Vitamin D Adipose tissue

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