Vitamin D helps a body absorb and use calcium more effectively. Vitamin D is often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin" because it is produced in the skin as a reaction to sunlight.
Generally, about 15 minutes of direct sunlight per day produces the vitamin D daily need for fair skinned people. However, as we age, our ability to convert sunlight to vitamin D diminishes. People confined to their homes and many nursing home residents may not get enough vitamin D. During the winter season, the sunlight in the Northern parts of the U.S. is not adequate to facilitate vitamin D production in the body.
If you are concerned about getting enough vitamin D, look for Citracal® Petites, Citracal® + D, Citracal® 250 mg + D, or Citracal® Plus.
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