| August 3, 2016 | | |  | | | | | | Low vitamin D isn't an excuse to skip the sunscreen | | There's a commonly held belief that sunscreen use will lead to vitamin D deficiency because the lotion prevents your skin from absorbing the sun's rays. Dr. Anatoli Freiman, dermatologist and medical director of the Toronto Dermatology Centre, says this idea is a myth. 'Wearing sunscreen doesn't completely block the sun's rays, or prevent complete blockage of vitamin D synthesization and production,' he says. If you're still concerned that you're not getting sufficient amounts of the 'sunshine vitamin', you can add foods rich in vitamin D to your diet. Health Canada recommends vitamin D heavy hitters such as fatty fish (salmon), egg yolks and fortified milk. You can also ask your physician or pharmacist about taking vitamin D supplements. Read more: | | | | FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL NETWORKS | | | SIGN UP FOR OUR OTHER NEWSLETTERS | | | | |  | | | |  |           | If you would like to subscribe to our other newsletters, please click here.
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