Does Sunscreen Block the Sun From Activating Vitamin D and Cause Vitamin D Deficiency?
Sunscreen doesn’t block the sun from sending vitamin D and causing vitamin D deficiency. However, sunscreen use can lead to vitamin D deficiency if you don’t expose your unprotected skin to sunlight. The sun emits ultraviolet light that activates vitamin D in the body. As little as 15 to 30 minutes of unprotected skin exposure to the sun will benefit your bones and general well-being.
