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Vitamin D: Skin Versus Diet

Posted on August 28, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Humans obtain vitamin D from two sources. Firstly, humans are able to synthesise vitamin D in their skin. This cutaneous reaction is catalysed by ultraviolet light and results in the production of vitamin D3, also called cholecalciferol. Humans can also … Continue reading →

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