
The Benefits of Vitamin D
Food & Nutrition The Benefits of Vitamin D Written by the Healthline Editorial Team
Medically Reviewed by George T. Krucik, MD, MBA on May 20, 2013 Called the “sunshine vitamin,” vitamin D is vital to strong bones and teeth and a healthy immune system. Learn how to get the dose you need. Sunshine Vitamin While you’re catching some rays this summer, think about vitamin D. Sometimes called the “sunshine vitamin” because it’s produced in your skin in response to sunlight. Vitam