The management goal for spotted seatrout in Florida is a 35% spawning potential ratio (SPR). Stock assessments were conducted in 2003 and 2006 that showed the spotted seatrout population as relatively stable. The 2010 stock assessment includes data through 2009 and it showed that the Northeast, Southeast and Southwest zones are exceeding the 35% SPR management goal. The Northwest area is hovering right at 35%.
âFor most people, taking extra calcium and vitamin D supplements is not indicated,â said Dr. Clifford J. Rosen, a member of the panel and an osteoporosis expert at the Maine Medical Center Research Institute.
Therefore, calcium and vitamin D supplements are necessary for many individuals to meet their daily requirements. Our recommendations for total intake (food source plus supplements) is in agreement with the recent guideline released by the Institute of Medicine and reported in the New York Times on November 29, 2010. Calcium and vitamin D recommendations as posted in the New York Times on 11/29/10.