Nicknamed the “Sunshine Vitamin”, Vitamin D has been in the forefront of the medical world with all of the recent discoveries as to the significance of this essential nutrient for overall health and well being.  While Vitamin D deficiencies used to be uncommon, concerns over skin cancer caused by overexposure to sunlight have prompted many to use sufficient sun block or limit sun exposure to a degree that they are now see more frequently. A lack of Vitamin D is now linked to various forms of cancer including malignant melanoma and colon cancer. Vitamin D deficiencies can also drastically weaken the immune system, bones and brain function.

Think you need more Vitamin D? Here are 4 easy ways to boost your intake:

Get Out in the Sun

Let’s be clear – this does not mean that you should ditch the sunscreen and spend hours each day soaking up rays. However, … Read more