Reasons why you may not be getting enough vitamin D
Even if you live in a sunny climate, you may not be getting enough vitamin D. Here’s some reasons why:
In women who covered the majority of their bodies with clothes and avoided sunlight, 60% had vitamin D deficiency despite consuming Vitamin D three times the AI. (1) Pg. 413
We need more Vitamin D as we age because of reduced absorption in the intestines and less time out in the sun. Vitamin D maintains bone health, prevents fractures and assists the immune system by moderating inflammation. (1) pg. 413
Darker skin limits vitamin D absorption from the sun. (1) pg 412
Source:
- Sport Nutrition for Healthy and Performance, 2nd edition by Manore, Meyer and Thompson
Photo: Me out in the sun wearing shades, hat and sunscreen. I don’t want to get sunburned
