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Sometimes referred to as 'the sunshine drug', Vitamin D is traditionally taking for healthy teeth and bones, but it is also important for a healthy immune system.

That's what's left many people wondering whether supplementing with vitamin D may help reduce the risk of contracting coronavirus.

According to CapeTalk, Currently, there is no definitive evidence that the vitamin prevents or treats Covid-19, however, doctors say there seems to be an association between those with lower levels of vitamin D and an increased susceptibility to infection.

It's said that the sun is a source of Vitamin D, so how did scientists get some sun in a pill?

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Vitamin D deficiency is very common and we can boost our levels without supplements by making sure certain foods are part of our regular diet.

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RELATED |&nbsp;<a href="https://947.co.za/features/life-hacks-with-947-joburg/boost-your-immune-system-with-these-regular-kitchen-items">Boost your immune system with these simple kitchen ingredients</a>
Sometimes referred to as 'the sunshine drug',&nbsp;<a href="https://www.capetalk.co.za/articles/406336/vitamin-d-flying-off-the-shelves-but-can-it-really-prevent-covid-19">Vitamin D</a>&nbsp;is traditionally taking for healthy teeth and bones, but it is also important for a healthy immune system.
That's what's left many people wondering whether supplementing with vitamin D may help reduce the risk of contracting coronavirus.
<a href="https://www.capetalk.co.za/articles/406336/vitamin-d-flying-off-the-shelves-but-can-it-really-prevent-covid-19">According to CapeTalk</a>, Currently,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.capetalk.co.za/articles/406336/vitamin-d-flying-off-the-shelves-but-can-it-really-prevent-covid-19">there is no definitive evidence that the vitamin prevents or treats Covid-19</a>, however, doctors say there seems to be an association between those with lower levels of vitamin D and an increased susceptibility to infection.
It's said that the sun is a source of Vitamin D, so how did scientists get some sun in a pill?
MORE | [ [LISTEN<a href="http://947.co.za/articles/2020/12/14/anele-opens-up-about-her-covid-19-experience-and-shares-her-daily-diary">&nbsp;Anele opens up about her COVID-19 experience</a>
Vitamin D deficiency is very common and we can boost our levels without supplements by making sure certain foods are part of our regular diet.
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Relive some of the most amazing moments with three of the best on air moments from the past on 947 - updated daily.

We believe that there are epic experiences to be had in Joburg. Its awesome culture is unlocked through optimism, energy, curiosity and of course the right connections. We LOVE this city, we are connected, and we’d love to be the fun friend that shows you how to do Joburg right.

If you love Joburg, 947 loves you!

Today this station, along with a number of other radio stations in South Africa, is owned by Primedia.

On 1 September 2014 the station decided to drop the logo that they have been using for over a decade. The station is also no longer known as Highveld Stereo as the name changed to being just 947.

According to the latest BRC RAM figures shows that 947 has crossed the milestone of 1 million listeners per week. The survey indicated that 947 has 1,055,000 listeners, up from 704,000 year-on-year – a huge leap and one that makes 947 the biggest regional station in Gauteng.

WEEKDAYS
01:00 - 05:00 Essential 947
05:00 - 06:00 Daybreak with Alex Caige
06:00 - 09:00 Anele and the Club
09:00 - 12:00 Andy Maqondwana
12:00 - 15:00 Ayanda MVP
15:00 - 19:00 Afternoons on 947
19:00 - 22:00 Nights With Zweli
22:00 - 00:00 947 Date Night

SATURDAYS
01:00 - 04:00 Various
04:00 - 07:00 Various
07:00 - 10:00 947 Weekend Breakfast with Hulisani
10:00 - 14:00 947 Top 40 CTM with Zweli
14:00 - 18:00 947 Music
18:00 - 21:00 947 Bloc Party with Chrizz Beatz
21:00 - 01:00 947 Bloc Party Part II

SUNDAYS
01:00 - 04:00 Various
04:00 - 07:00 Various
07:00 - 10:00 947 Weekend Breakfast with Hulisani 
10:00 - 14:00 Nick Explicit
14:00 - 18:00 The 947 Weekend with Greg
18:00 - 22:00 947 Music
22:00 - 01:00 Various

Relive some of the most amazing moments with three of the best on air moments from the past on <a href="http://www.947.co.za/">947</a> - updated daily.
We believe that there are epic experiences to be had in Joburg. Its awesome culture is unlocked through optimism, energy, curiosity and of course the right connections. We LOVE this city, we are connected, and we&rsquo;d love to be the fun friend that shows you how to do Joburg right.
If you love Joburg, 947 loves you!
Today this station, along with a number of other radio stations in&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/South_Africa">South Africa</a>, is owned by&nbsp;<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primedia_Broadcasting">Primedia</a>.
On 1 September 2014 the station decided to drop the logo that they have been using for over a decade. The station is also no longer known as Highveld Stereo as the name changed to being just 947.
According to the latest BRC RAM figures shows that 947 has crossed the milestone of 1 million listeners per week. The survey indicated that 947 has 1,055,000 listeners, up from 704,000 year-on-year &ndash; a huge leap and one that makes 947 the biggest regional station in Gauteng.
WEEKDAYS
<ul>
<li>01:00 - 05:00 Essential 947</li>
<li>05:00 - 06:00 Daybreak with Alex Caige</li>
<li>06:00 - 09:00 Anele and the Club</li>
<li>09:00 - 12:00 Andy Maqondwana</li>
<li>12:00 - 15:00 Ayanda MVP</li>
<li>15:00 - 19:00 Afternoons on 947</li>
<li>19:00 - 22:00 Nights With Zweli</li>
<li>22:00 - 00:00 947 Date Night</li>
</ul>
SATURDAYS
<ul>
<li>01:00 - 04:00 Various</li>
<li>04:00 - 07:00 Various</li>
<li>07:00 - 10:00 947 Weekend Breakfast with Hulisani</li>
<li>10:00 - 14:00 947 Top 40 CTM with Zweli</li>
<li>14:00 - 18:00 947 Music</li>
<li>18:00 - 21:00 947 Bloc Party with Chrizz Beatz</li>
<li>21:00 - 01:00 947 Bloc Party Part II</li>
</ul>
SUNDAYS
<ul>
<li>01:00 - 04:00 Various</li>
<li>04:00 - 07:00 Various</li>
<li>07:00 - 10:00 947 Weekend Breakfast with Hulisani&nbsp;</li>
<li>10:00 - 14:00 Nick Explicit</li>
<li>14:00 - 18:00 The 947 Weekend with Greg</li>
<li>18:00 - 22:00 947 Music</li>
<li>22:00 - 01:00 Various</li>
</ul>

947 Podcast

If you think Joburg, you think 947. From the towering skyscrapers of Sandton, to the dusty mine dumps, 947 broadcasts the heart beat of the city. We’re with you as you wake up early to face the day, as you drive to work, as you fight your battles in the workplace, as you plan your free time, and then party the night away. We’re fun, funky, clever, cheeky, bold and, above all, interested... in you!

View our website to find out more about us!

<a href="http://www.947.co.za/">If you think Joburg, you think 947</a>. From the towering skyscrapers of Sandton, to the dusty mine dumps, 947 broadcasts the heart beat of the city. We&rsquo;re with you as you wake up early to face the day, as you drive to work, as you fight your battles in the workplace, as you plan your free time, and then party the night away. We&rsquo;re fun, funky, clever, cheeky, bold and, above all, interested... in you!
<a href="http://www.947.co.za/">View our website</a> to find out more about us!

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