Despite the name, vitamin D is considered a pro-hormone and not actually a vitamin.⠀
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Vitamin D can be synthesized by our body when sunlight hits the skin. ⠀
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15-20 minutes 2-3 times a week allows most people to produce sufficient amounts of vitamin D. ⠀
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The only downside is that is breaks down quickly, meaning stores can run low.⠀
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Especially if your someone that is inside all day or during the winter times.⠀
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My typical recommendation for a client is 15-30 minutes daily to just stay ahead of the game.⠀
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Or you can supplement 2,000-5,000 IUs daily if your unable to get out side. ⠀
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👇🏼☀️Some benefits of the sunshine vitamin☀️👇🏼⠀
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🔸Helps maintain healthy bones and teeth⠀
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🔹Supports the health of the immune system, brain, and nervous system⠀
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🔸Regulates insulin levels and aid diabetes management⠀
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🔹Supports lung function and cardiovascular health⠀
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🔸Helps fight disease⠀
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🔹Reduces depression⠀
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🔸Boost weight loss⠀
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🔹Regulate and balance hormone production⠀
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🔸Increase energy and overall feelings of wellbeing⠀
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🔹Reduces stress and feels of anxiety⠀
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Vitamin D and the sun have been market to us as this cancer causing death trap the should be avoided at all costs.⠀
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And yes while to much of anything can be bad, vitamin D and the sun play a vital role in our overall health and longevity.⠀
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Deficiencies in vitamin D can cause serious side effects and can lead to chronic disease.⠀
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I always recommend the holistic rout and to get your vitamin D natural from the sun. ⠀
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But whatever your method of getting it is. Don’t neglect the power the sunshine vitamin can have on your overall health and fitness. ⠀