Better Nutrition February 2020

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Vitamin D—also known as the sunshine
vitamin because our bodies naturally
produce it after exposure to the sun—
is essential for calcium absorption,
strong bones, and other aspects of
health. Observational studies have found
that adequate levels of vitamin D
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guide to cutting-edge supplements
Vitamin D:
How Much Is Enough?
Supplements of the sunshine vitamin have become popular
because it’s difficult for most people to get enough
from food and sun exposure
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correlate with less likelihood of high
blood pressure; atherosclerosis;
type 1 and type 2 diabetes; and colon,
prostate, and breast cancers.
Vitamin D also plays a role in
healthy immune function, mood,
energy production, pain prevention
and relief, and the ability to heal from
injury. In addition to osteoporosis,
deficiencies can contribute to heart
and lung problems, neurological
diseases, and autoimmune conditions.
Unfortunately, in these days
of skin cancer concerns and SPF 40
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