Because melanin—the pigment that gives skin its colour—absorbs UV light, it stands to reason that darker-skinned individuals would require more sun exposure to produce the same amount of vitamin D as someone with lighter skin.
This difference in production has real-world implications.
Read MoreIn part three of our vitamin D supplement series, we are focusing on the link between vitamin D and cognitive health. Studies have linked low levels of vitamin D to a higher risk of developing various mental health conditions, including Alzheimer's disease, dementia, schizophrenia and even those ‘senior moments’.
Read More“Vitamin D levels were found to be independent predictors of ulcerative colitis disease activity scores and health-related quality of life scores.”
Read MoreL-carnitine supplementation has been shown to improve heart health, increase energy levels and help with weight loss. This could explain why it has been an interest of the athletic community for quite some time.
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