How to Safely Get Vitamin D From Sunlight

Did you know its estimated that more than 40% of American adults have a vitamin D deficiency?

This vitamin is made by the body when its exposed to the sun. That’s why getting enough sunlight is very important for maintaining optimal vitamin D levels.

However, too much sunlight comes with its own health risks. So in this video, we're looking at how to safely get vitamin D from sunlight.

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[KungFuBlitzKrieg]

Another way to get Vitamin D is to put mushrooms in sunlight for a few hours and then eat them. They create Vitamin D in their tissue when exposed to sunlight as well, even if they are chopped into little pieces. Sounds weird, but it's true :)

[nizamoddinmalak]

I think time varies from one place to other.
For example.
In India in summers at some places sun is very harsh at afternoon and at some places there is low sunlight and temp.
So for places where temp is high i think one should get vitD in Morning where sun is harsh in afternoon.
(Correct me if im wrong)

[noelminneci]

Excellent! Just what I wanted to know.

[nvrgngback]

At noon I’m fully clothed and working in an office. I need to bust out.

[neurospicyrainbow]

I get about 2 hours daily in the sun ☀️ yay usually in the mid morning

[ZenNoMind]

Excellent vid...hope it's all correct! As is life, things tend to change; for better or worse.

P.s.- Would it be a bit too crass to say 'you need some sun, bruh!' ( I ask, cuz I said it....bruh ✌😎)

[willtruth]

Yes, but what time of day? I have lighter fair skin and enjoy relaxing in the Sun while listening to music or podcasts so time isn't an issue, but I want to know which hour is optimal so I don't get a lot of skin damage.

[pozypozy]

Thank you
You worth all the thumbs up possible, because you made the points very simple and understandable.
Am dark skin so ill begin to sun bath for 30 minutes daily for the first few weeks then go to 3 time a week.
Did you know that the A M sun upon sun rise is like a conditioner to the skin, yes like hair conditions it makes it easier to comb or brush, so watch the morning sunrise stay for 20 minutes and begin conditioning your skin for vitamin d3 availability later in the day when the UV is at its highest for 20 minutes if your light skin, darker skin 1/2 hour .

[mehrwanfunshorts]

as i am under treatment ....medicines are not giving me benifit.... going to apply it now

[Alansari]

3:40
I have a question, but it might seem illogical!
So soon as we cannot make vitamin D from UVB lights that comes from the Sun through the window, how the UV machines that works with UV lights can work properly with a glass, covering the lights in the head of the machine?!

[erikanovakova]

What about sunscreen? Does it allow vitamin D production, or is it better to leave out the sunscreen for this bit?

[dtla]

Clean skin before sunbathing. Green tea or high antioxidants fruits before. Aloe is good afterwards. Moderation

[originalartworks]

Healthy tannest brown skin color. Healthy bone. I'm so happy that my skin pigment is pretty good. I don't get easily sunburn.

[nxmir]

The sun where i live is so strong you can feel your skin burning if you uncover it.

[maddys]

What if you have had skin cancer? Including melanoma….

[trams_and_apples]

If UVB rays don't pass through windows do they pass through sea water? For example, if I go swimming in the summer for 30 minutes do I make enough vitamin D or do I have to get out of the water?

[indaycabactulan]

This is the only source that says the best time is at noon, whereas the others strongly warns not to expose your skin during noon cause the sun is at its highest peak and therefore higher UV rays w/c can cause skin cancer. I don't know what to believe anymore.

[ephremgeorge]

Does a tanning bed stimulate Vitamin-D production?

[beautyofeverything]

Not dark, not so light, but I perhaps come into light skin category, living near the equator, and when I sit for 30min in the sun between 3-4pm, I will be like toasted bread.

[the_good_citizen]

You didn't say how many minutes are required for those who stay in the tripics. Also what time of day is best for them.