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For indians (brown skinned) how much sun exposure daily is sufficient for vitamin d?

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Dr. Michael P Vaughn answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Sun exposure & Vit D: A 2007 study in hawaii showed that sun exposure may not be sufficient to keep vit d levels high in some persons due to a variable response to uv light . Get a blood test to confirm your level or take a suppliment.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 1/9/2019

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