Vitamin D Synthesis Following a Single Bout of Sun Exposure in Older and Younger Men and Women

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Authors

Jenna R. Chalcraft · University of Wyoming

Linda M. Cardinal · Billings Clinic Cody

Perry Wechsler · Alpenglow Instruments (United States)

Bruce W. Hollis · Medical University of South Carolina

Ken Gerow · University of Wyoming

Brenda M. Alexander · University of Wyoming

Jill F. Keith

Abstract

Serum D<sub>3</sub> concentration increased significantly in response to outdoor sun exposure in younger and older adults. While ageing may dampen cutaneous synthesis, sunlight exposure is still a significant source of vitamin D<sub>3</sub>.

Topics & Keywords

Vitamin D Research Studies Psoriasis: Treatment and Pathogenesis Skin Protection and Aging

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Nutrients

Volume 12, Issue 8, pp. 2237-2237

DOI: 10.3390/nu12082237

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