Good question Pat. Clearly living in a sunbelt state offers some benefits to get vitamin D year round however, it is not a guarantee. Some studies indicate people in sunny locales use of sunscreen is higher to protect their skin, a smart choice. However, sunscreen is believed to also inhibit the production of vitamin D because of its ability to screen out UV rays. I tend to believe this view. I was recently diagnosed as being severely vitamin d deficient although I get plenty of rays--some may say too much---but I also use sunscreen to protect my fair skin. I was prescribed huge amounts of vitamin D supplements (50,000 IU) for a month and continue to take a daily dose of 400 IU. I have to say, I have noticed vitamin D has made a difference on many levels. I do have increased energy and I tend to heal more quickly. Hopefully this will also aid calcuim intake to prevent bone loss. Thanks for asking.
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Good question Pat. Clearly living in a sunbelt state offers some benefits to get vitamin D year round however, it is not a guarantee. Some studies indicate people in sunny locales use of sunscreen is higher to protect their skin, a smart choice. However, sunscreen is believed to also inhibit the production of vitamin D because of its ability to screen out UV rays. I tend to believe this view. I was recently diagnosed as being severely vitamin d deficient although I get plenty of rays--some may say too much---but I also use sunscreen to protect my fair skin. I was prescribed huge amounts of vitamin D supplements (50,000 IU) for a month and continue to take a daily dose of 400 IU. I have to say, I have noticed vitamin D has made a difference on many levels. I do have increased energy and I tend to heal more quickly. Hopefully this will also aid calcuim intake to prevent bone loss. Thanks for asking.
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