The role of Vitamin D in your body and how it's produced

Published Feb 4, 2021, 8:54 AM

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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.

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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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