October 26th, 2009 by SunYogi

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The Children’s Hospital & Research Center Oakland is involved in research showing how Vitamin D is necessary for the brain development and mental health. “In addition to its role in maintaining bone health, vitamin D is involved in differentiation of tissues during development and in proper functioning of the immune system. In fact, over 900 different genes are now known to be able to bind the vitamin D receptor, through which vitamin D mediates its effects. Vitamin D’s ability to affect proteins in the brain known to be directly involved in learning and memory, motor control, and possibly even maternal and social behavior.”
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October 20th, 2009 by SunYogi

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This Washington Post article shares “remarkable” research that proves vitamin D’s benefits in longevity, bone health, increased immunity, cancer prevention and diabetes prevention. Citing research from Harvard School of Public Health and the Medical Research Council’s Human Nutrition Research Laboratory in Cambridge, England, this article will open your eyes to the body’s need for sunlight and vitamin D.
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October 9th, 2009 by SunYogi

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Part 2 of “The Benefits of Sunlight: Vitamin D Production” by M. Nathaniel Mead focuses on the importance of getting sufficient Vitamin D from sunlight and food sources. Vitamin D is necessary for human health. Learn how Vitamin D is used by the body to build stronger bones and increase immunity.
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