Vitamin D, often called the "sunshine vitamin," is crucial for health. It acts more like a hormone than a vitamin, helping your body absorb calcium and phosphate, which are essential for strong, healthy bones.

Beyond bone health, Vitamin D is vital for immune system function, fighting off infections, and maintaining muscle and nerve health.

Despite its importance, deficiency is surprisingly common globally, affecting an estimated 30-50% of the population in some regions, particularly those living far from the equator or spending most of their time indoors.

Why Use This Dashboard?

This dashboard helps you optimize your sun exposure. Your skin produces Vitamin D when exposed to UVB radiation, which is only present when the UV Index is generally above 3. Using this tool ensures you step outside during the optimal window for Vitamin D synthesis (indicated by the chart) while avoiding prolonged exposure during peak, high-risk UV times (UV Index 8+). It’s about being Sun Smart, not Sun Scared!