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Effects of vitamin D3 supplementation on serum 25(OH)D concentration and strength in athletes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

Qi Han1 National Research Institute of Sports MedicineBeijingChina;2 Beijing Sport UniversityBeijingChinaCorrespondence[email protected]

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Xueyang Li3 Institute of Scientific and Technical Information of ChinaBeijingChina

Qiushi Tan1 National Research Institute of Sports MedicineBeijingChina

Jing Shao1 National Research Institute of Sports MedicineBeijingChina

Muqing Yi1 National Research Institute of Sports MedicineBeijingChina;2 Beijing Sport UniversityBeijingChina

Article: 55 | Published online: 01 Apr 2022

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