Despite regular sun exposure, you may still lack enough Vitamin D. Here’s what experts suggest to meet your body’s needs
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The study titled Vitamin D—is the sun enough for us?, published recently in Nutrition & Metabolism (2025), emphasised the need for Vitamin D supplementation to support long-term health.
How much sunshine needed for vit D?
Can your body store vit D from summer for the whole year?
How skin colour tone, and fat affect Vitamin D absorption
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Additionally, obesity can trap Vitamin D in body fat, making it less available to your bloodstream. This means people with higher body fat may need larger Vitamin D doses to achieve the same blood levels as someone with a lower body fat percentage.
On the other hand, active muscles can release stored Vitamin D more effectively, which highlights the importance of regular exercise for Vitamin D metabolism.
Can your sunscreen lotion block your Vitamin D?
What are the best sources of vit D besides the sun?
- Fatty fish like salmon, tuna, and mackerel
- Fortified foods like milk, orange juice, and plant-based alternatives
- Egg yolks and mushrooms
- Vitamin D supplements
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Should you take Vitamin D2 or D3?
How can you check your vit D levels?
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