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TOI Lifestyle Desk | TIMESOFINDIA.COM

Sunlight and Your Thyroid: 5 reasons to get vitamin D

Sunlight isn't just for a sunny mood; it plays a big role in maintaining your thyroid health. Let's explore five simple reasons why soaking in Vitamin D from the sun is essential for your thyroid:

Thyroid hormone support:Your thyroid produces hormones (T3 and T4) that control your metabolism and energy levels. Vitamin D, which your skin makes when exposed to sunlight, helps the thyroid efficiently convert T4 into the more active T3 hormone. So, catching some rays is like giving your thyroid a helpful boost.

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