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Vitamin d - sun exposure
I want to start doing morning walks so that I can naturally increase my vitamin d instead of depending on supplements. But I have some doubts and would love some guidance:
1. Im not someone who can wake up extremely early as im more of a night person. So what's the ideal latest time that I can wake up for the walk?
2. How long do I need to walk? Like minimum and maximum time?
3. When I walk do I need to expose skin like arms and legs so that the vitamin d is absorbed? Or is it okay if im fully covered? Im asking as im afraid of getting mosquito bites.
4. Follow up to previous question, if i do need to expose skin, can I put Odomos spray on myself before the walk? Or does that impact vitamin d absorption?
4. Is it ok to wear sunscreen when im doing the walk or does the sunscreen affect vitamin d absorption?
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Time 9to 11am
Arms body exposure needed to the extent to be sober.
One hr walk or sit .
Use sunscreen.
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Best time to get vit d naturally is 11am -1 pm , so u must have a supplement if u r deficient.starting morning walk is good for health and it improves ur body metabolism and hormones.
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I completely understand your concern regarding the fact of overcoming VITAMIN D intake with morning walks rather than medications . It is a very bold step and this should be followed regularly . Let me put forth in points and address every concern you have
1. Vitamin D is maximally absorbed during early morning sun rays directly over bare exposure , so if you can't get up extremely early an ideal walk around 7-7:30 am can be considered .
2.A 30 min walk a day is more that sufficient.
3. You should expose your arms and if possible your legs during the walk for efficient vit D absorption
4. There are a minimal chances of getting mosquito bites when you walk in a garden during 7-7:30 am even if you feel scared it's ok if you use some roll ons rather than odomos sprays
5. Please don't use sunscreen as it decreases absorption
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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If you are diagnosed with vitamin d deficiency, better take medication rather than sunlight, as sunlight helps in metabolism of vitamin d not formation.
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Take TAB SUNNY D3 ONCE WEEKLY for 2 months.
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