During the pandemic, many people started extolling the benefits of various vitamins, claiming they could help with immunity or even protect against respiratory infection. Though a highly touted study ...

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Vitamin D is vital for numerous bodily functions. While sunlight is the primary source of vitamin D, record high temperatures this summer may dissuade people from spending time in the sun. An expert ...

I keep hearing about the benefits of vitamin D and am worried I’m not getting enough of it. Is taking a supplement really necessary? Most healthy adults don’t need to spend money on a vitamin D ...

Are you getting enough vitamin D? For millions of Americans, experts say the answer is no. This isn't helped by so many people working indoors everyday, says Dr. Kevin Cooke, a physician at Aviv ...

The days are shorter, you’re hibernating inside — and there’s a good chance you’re not getting enough vitamin D. About 40% of Americans aren’t. But in case you’re waiting for a sign from your body to ...

Taking one type of vitamin D supplement seems to cut the levels of another type that is more easily used by the body, which could affect our immune system. Our bodies create vitamin D when ultraviolet ...

Vitamin D is essential for health. Too much Vitamin D from supplements can cause toxicity. This leads to hypercalcemia and kidney stones. Adults need 15 to 20 mcg daily. Infants, children, and ...

It's that time of year when your body produces less vitamin D. Sunshine is the main source of vitamin D, and we need it to keep our bones and muscles strong. Many people take supplements to meet the ...

Vitamin D plays a large role in overall health, but it can be challenging to absorb sufficient levels – especially in the colder months. A Baylor College of Medicine expert provides tips on how to ...

Vitamin D is an important nutrient your body needs to build and keep your bones strong, among other benefits. Sunlight is the main source -- your skin absorbs the sun’s ultraviolet rays and turns them ...