Want to live healthier, happier, and longer and keep your brain working in optimal condition? Then Vitamin D, the nutrient which is now being hailed over the news, could be the answer. I'm sure we'd all like to bathe in the sun to absorb this vitamin (the body produces Vitamin D in response to ultraviolet light). However, in my clinic I've found several patients worryingly deficient, despite them coming from a  hot country! Most of my patients think sunbathing could be one answer to boosting their vitamin D, but don't forget the post effect of sun exposure.

This vitamin is essential to life, affecting your bones, skin, hair, immune system, functioning of the intestine and mood. The best of vitamin D is through liquid form or good quality tablets. Here are some excellent reasons why you need vitamin D:

1) Bone Health: The skeletal muscle depends heavily on vitamin D. A lack of it can cause osteoporosis, osteopenia and cracks in the bones.

2) Prevention of Obesity

3) Cancer Prevention: vitamin D has been linked with fighting numerous cancers

4) Healthy permeability of the intestine

5) Supports thyroid

6) Protection against cardiovascular disease

7) Strengthens the Immune System