Forget to supplement this during winter? Ladies, don’t ask why you often have dark circles and appear to age unexpectedly in the cold season.
That is vitamin D!
According to dermatologist Patricia Wexler (based in New York), the level of vitamin D in the body decreases during winter, which is the culprit behind darker and more pronounced dark circles. This is one of the reasons why women tend to look older during the winter months.
Foods rich in vitamin D.
However, we often focus solely on treating external symptoms. In reality, dark circles in winter and accelerated aging when the weather turns cold are primarily due to your body lacking vitamin D. Adequate vitamin D supplementation can help eliminate these signs of aging.
Why does the body often lack vitamin D in winter? Experts say that in winter, the temperature drops, and the intensity of sunlight decreases significantly compared to summer. This is the main reason why the body experiences a higher deficiency of vitamin D during winter.
According to coach Pham Hoang Vu (based in Da Nang), vitamin D can be produced when the skin is exposed to UVB rays from the sun. If you live in an area with plenty of sunlight, you can likely get enough vitamin D by sunbathing a few times a week. However, in geographical locations like ours, especially during winter, it’s very easy to become vitamin D deficient.
Moreover, many women habitually use sunscreen daily to combat aging. “If you use sunscreen, your body will still produce some vitamin D, but in lesser amounts. However, you should continue to use sunscreen when spending extended periods outdoors,” coach Pham Hoang Vu advises.
The optimal solution for women today is to supplement vitamin D through food or dietary supplements. This is especially necessary during the winter. Foods rich in vitamin D include salmon, herring, oysters, shrimp, and egg yolks… Make sure to supplement vitamin D adequately every day to keep your body healthier during the cold season, while also helping women combat dark circles and effectively prevent aging.
