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Can I get enough vitamin D through exposure to sunlight?

Getting vitamin D from the sun can be risky because it may increase your risk of skin cancer, says internal medicine specialist Dr. Keri Peterson. To learn how to get adequate vitamin D without exposing your skin to harmful rays, watch this video.

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