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Dubbed the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D got its nickname because our bodies can make D when exposed to UV rays. The vitamin is also unique in that it acts as a hormone in the body, playing an ...

Vitamin D is good for the immune system, but in older people it doesn't prevent falls or fractures, according to health experts at the U.S.... Taking vitamin D is unlikely to prevent falls or ...

Imagine glancing in the mirror and noticing dull skin, flaky patches, or your hairline looking thinner than before. These might not be mere cosmetic issues — they could be early signals that your body ...

Nearly a quarter of Americans are estimated to have a vitamin D deficiency. Why is that? A 2022 study of National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) data estimated that about 22% of ...

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient that supports immune function, and heart, bone, muscle and nerve health. Vitamin D can be made in your body from sunlight, but it is also found in salmon, egg yolks ...

Erika Prouty, PharmD, is a professional community pharmacist that specializes in blood cholesterol readings, blood pressure readings, and medication therapy management. Vitamin D helps your body ...

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Many people supplement with vitamin D, especially during the colder months when it’s more difficult to get your daily dose from sunlight (since your skin makes vitamin D with sufficient sunlight ...