Fear of the sun could lead to Vitamin D deficiency

Fear of the sun could lead to Vitamin D deficiencies

Natural sunlight is one of the best ways for the body to produce an adequate supply of Vitamin D, but years of warnings about the dangers of over-exposure to the sun have made people skittish about getting out into it. Vitamin D has been shown to aid in the prevention of depression, osteoporosis, heart disease, and certain cancers. Moderate exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet rays, 20 minutes per day, can increase Vitamin D levels in healthy adults.

Why exposure to natural sunlight is crucial for avoiding chronic disease.

The shocking truth about vitamin D and how it may save your life

Fifteen facts you probably never knew about vitamin D (and why this may save your life)

The truth about how vitamin D deficiencies are widespread (and probably affecting you!)

Why osteoporosis and other diseases are easily prevented with vitamin D and natural sunlight

Click here for more details on these facts.

(also, see this article, vitamin D deficiency and Bone Health)

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