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Loren Booda
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Could one design an effective sun block which passes the spectrum necessary for Vitamin D synthesis?
Sun block with specific ingredients, such as octyl salicylate and octyl methoxycinnamate, allow for a small amount of UV radiation to penetrate the skin and stimulate Vitamin D production.
The recommended amount of sun block to use for Vitamin D production is a thin layer applied to exposed skin areas. It is important to still practice safe sun habits and not rely solely on sun block for Vitamin D production.
While sun block can reduce the amount of Vitamin D produced, it does not completely prevent it. A small amount of UV radiation can still penetrate the skin and stimulate Vitamin D production.
There are no known risks associated with using sun block for Vitamin D production. However, it is important to follow the recommended usage and not rely solely on sun block for Vitamin D intake.
Yes, sun block with SPF 30 or higher can still promote Vitamin D production. The key is to use a thin layer of sun block and not rely solely on it for Vitamin D intake.