Member’s spotlight: How much vitamin D do I make from sunbathing?

Dr. Cannell responds to a member’s question regarding how much vitamin D is produced from sunbathing.

Are pregnant women reaching optimal vitamin D status during peak vitamin D season?

A study found that vitamin D deficiency remains highly prevalent among pregnant women and newborns throughout the year.

A detailed look at the vitamin D levels of outdoor soccer players

A recent study by Dr James Morton and colleagues measured vitamin D levels during the summer time in one of the world’s most famous professional soccer teams.

How do we measure sun exposure?

Brant Cebulla discusses how we measure sun exposure and how “experts” decide on recommendations regarding sun exposure.

Vitamin D deficiency in SIDS

Dr. Cannell adds his thoughts on a recent BBC report that discusses vitamin D deficiency in Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Vitamin D and the ‘Scottish Paradox’

Dr. Cannell comments on recent paper on the ‘Scottish paradox’ and the role vitamin D may have.