Here's a primer on how vitamin D keeps you healthy, how to know if you're getting enough and when it's time to take a supplement.

Health benefits of vitamin D

Can a deficiency really cause osteoporosis?

Here's what you need to know about vitamin D

The Editorial Team of Chatelaine magazine.

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Your skin only produces vitamin D under ultraviolet B rays. Here’s how to absorb the right amount.

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Rich in protein, vitamins B12 and D, eggs are a perfect (and affordable) way to give breakfast, lunch or dinner a little extra staying power.

10 Foods That Are Better With An Egg On Top

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From weight loss to muscle function, Dr. Natasha Turner shares the surprising benefits of vitamin D and why you need a supplement all year long.

Five health benefits of vitamin D that might surprise you

Natasha Turner, N.D., is a naturopathic doctor, Chatelaine magazine columnist, and author of the bestselling books The Hormone Diet, The Supercharged Hormone Diet and The Carb Sensitivity Program. She’s also the founder of the Toronto-based Clear Medicine Wellness Boutique and a regular guest on The Dr. Oz Show and The Marilyn Denis Show.

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Wellness

Two recent studies show further findings that it's a good idea to reach for vitamin D on a daily basis - especially for women

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Everything You Need To Know About Vitamin D

How to (responsibly) get vitamin D

10 Foods That Are Better With An Egg On Top

Five health benefits of vitamin D that might surprise you

Lack of vitamin D shows cognitive decline in women