Do I need to take a vitamin D supplement?
The NHS explains that from late March till the end of September, the majority of people are able to get all the vitamin D they need from the sunshine.
Your body is able to synthesise the sunshine vitamin from direct sunlight when spending time outdoors.
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However, during the autumn and winter months, the government recommends supplementing with the nutrient.
When it comes to the amount you need, the health service shares that everyone above the age of one requires 10 micrograms of vitamin D a day.
Source: Daily Express
