Vitamin D  is one of those odd nutrients in the sense that we don't really consume it via food. Instead, we make it on our own from exposure to  UV rays. This so-called sunshine vitamin is vital  to build and maintain strong bones, but over the past decade it’s also been given a reputation for being a panacea of sorts, able to prevent cancer, fight depression and boot our immune system. But is this cure-all hype actually deserved? And if so, what does that mean for those of us who are cooped up inside for half the year, and slathered in SPF the other half?  Tune in to find out. Want to recommend an episode topic? Send me a message on Instagram or TikTok @nutritionbitespodcast Credit to MonoSheep for the theme music