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Does using sunscreen prevent the body from getting enough vitamin D?

April 26, 2017body sunscreen vitamin d

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Does using sunscreen prevent the body from getting enough vitamin D?

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It takes a very small amount of sun exposure usually achieved through normal daily activity to trigger the body to produce vitamin D. The rest of the time, it is important to use sunscreen in order to prevent skin cancer and other forms of skin damage.