The Relationship between Ultraviolet Radiation Exposure and Vitamin D Status

This paper reviews the main factors influencing the synthesis of vitamin D, with particular focus on ultraviolet radiation exposure. On the global level, the main source of vitamin D is the sun. The effect of solar radiation on vitamin D synthesis depends to some extent on the initial vitamin D leve...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Ola Engelsen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2010-05-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
UV
sun
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/2/5/482/