vitamin D
Description
A nutrient that the body needs for healthy bones and muscles, and that helps the intestines absorb and use (metabolize) calcium and phosphorus.
Vitamin D is made in the skin when it is exposed to sunlight. It is also found in eggs, dairy products (which are often fortified with vitamin D) and fish.
Researchers are studying the role of vitamin D in preventing cancer.
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