12 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Osteoporosis (Ladies, This is Vital Info!)

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7.  Sunlight

As we mentioned before, getting sufficient amounts of vitamin D will help your body absorb calcium as well as regulate it in the blood. You need about 400 IUs of vitamin D each day. Your body will also synthesize vitamin D when your skin is exposed to the sun. The best sunlight is in the early morning hours before 10 AM. Avoid the sun between the hours of 10 AM and 4 PM, as this is when the sun’s rays are the strongest.

You won’t get more vitamin D by going out during those hours. Opt for 30 minutes of early morning sun exposure every day for optimum vitamin D levels, and optimum calcium absorption.

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