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There has been increased discussion about vitamin D and COVID-19. We conducted an in-depth review of the existing research to determine if there is a connection.

Vitamin D3 is a crucial nutrient that most diets lack, and it can be harder to come by during the cooler seasons when we are more prone to stay indoors. While there are many rumors and old wives' tales about these chilly seasons and sicknesses that come along with them, we will debunk some of the common myths and dive into why vitamin D3 is especially important for the immune system and for daily health and wellness.

If you are deficient in crucial vitamins, you may be increasing your risk of developing depression, according to recent studies. Multiple health problems, including depression, can surface without the right amount of essential vitamins.  

A number of studies link vitamin D deficiency with depression. We asked five questions to better understand how vitamin D affects depression’s symptoms.

Unfortunately, 42% of the US population are dealing with vitamin D deficiency. Because the symptoms can be subtle, many people do not realize they are lacking in vitamin D.

Vitamin D levels are lower during the winter season due to less sun exposure. So how does that affect you, and what can you do about it?