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Vitamin D is a crucial nutrient vital to maintaining overall health and well-being. It is often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin” because the body produces it during sun exposure to the skin. However, many people do not get enough vitamin D from sunlight alone, and it can be challenging to get enough from diet […]
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