a negative trendp=0.06
However, as 25(OH)D is known to strongly affect PTH levels, we adjusted for change in 25(OH)D, which modified the results, showing a negative trend between protein intake and PTH levels (p=0.06).
However, as 25(OH)D is known to strongly affect PTH levels, we adjusted for change in 25(OH)D, which modified the results, showing a negative trend between protein intake and PTH levels (p=0.06).
An increased absorption of calcium from the gut may explain our borderline significant negative association between protein intake and PTH.