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redditaccount71987 t1_itv3rto wrote

Reply to comment by jah05r in Vitamin D deficiency linked to premature death. Over a 14-year follow up period, researchers found that the risk for death significantly decreased with increased vitamin D concentrations, with the strongest effects seen among those with severe deficiencies. by Wagamaga

So there are a number of things in addition to lack of sunlight which contribute to low vit D. Folk with darker skin color tend to have lower amounts additionally this deficiency is noted in certain medical conditions. If lifestyle can not resolve the deficiency supplementation is often advised.

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