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Not All Sun Exposure Is Bad

For the last number of years there has been a lot of talk about the negative effects of sun exposure. You are encouraged to use sunscreen any time you are plan to spend time outside, even for brief periods of time. Although it is true that too much sun exposure can lead to skin cancer in some people, it is also true that not enough sun exposure can lead to a Vitamin D deficiency.

The Benefits Of Vitamin D

Because the most effective means of getting Vitamin D into a person’s body is simple exposure to the sun’s rays, it’s importance is often taken for granted. Most people are aware that it helps the body to absorb calcium, that is why it is added to most of the milk that you can buy in a supermarket. If your body’s level of Vitamin D are too low you may suffer from weakened bones, even if you are getting enough calcium.

A lack of Vitamin D has also been associated with certain types of heart disease, especially in the elderly. Some studies show, that long term deficiency of this vitamin raises the chances of getting some types of cancer. It is unclear whether these illnesses are directly linked to a lack of Vitamin D or the improper absorption of calcium, but either way, making sure you have enough Vitamin D is important.

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