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.
Tag Archives: sun exposure
Gaps in sun exposure education may encourage complete sun avoidance among families
A recent study explored the attitudes and beliefs of parents on sun exposure and UV protection in their young children.
Vitamin D supplementation may be more effective than sun exposure at raising vitamin D levels
A recent study discovered that vitamin D levels had a more significant spike in those who supplemented compared to those who spent time in the sun.
Vitamin D Council podcast 17: Vitamin D Day
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November 2nd marks our 9th Annual Vitamin D Day! Help encourage vitamin D education among families, schools and the workplace in your community.
Why is vitamin D continuing to be measured in international units?
Dr. Cannell discusses why he believes measuring vitamin D in international units is contributing to the fear of supplementing with adequate doses.
UVB light associated with decreased risk of Parkinson’s disease, according to study
A study found that UVB exposure is associated with a decreased risk of Parkinson’s disease among individuals under the age of 70.
Recent analysis determines the physiology of vitamin D synthesis in different animal species
A new study analyzed the physiological differences of vitamin D synthesis in three animal species.
Recent study finds low prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in South America
A new study found vitamin D deficiency was as low as 3.6% and 3.9% in South American children and adults, respectively.
Do vitamin D supplements provide the same effect on cholesterol levels as sunlight?
A new study found that daily sun exposure significantly reduced total cholesterol levels; whereas, vitamin D supplements increased total cholesterol.
The health benefits of UV radiation exposure through vitamin D production or non-vitamin D pathways
A 15-paper journal issue evaluated which health benefits of sun exposure were from vitamin D production and which might be due to other mechanisms.
