Why is Vitamin D so Important?
Lifeguards are always looking for ways to keep their bodies healthy. Chances are, you’ve heard a thing or two about Vitamin D. In fact, during peak pandemic, some folks swore by Vitamin D as a guaranteed way to ward off the virus. We can’t assure that, but we can tell you why Vitamin D is important for lifeguards.
1. Anti-inflammation
Vitamin D has anti-inflammatory properties. When the body experiences inflammation, it’s not in a good spot to deal with bad bacteria, infections, diseases, and more. It’s living with a compromised immune system. Vitamin D helps fight that inflammation.
2. Immunoregulation
This power vitamin boosts production of immune cells. It also regulates the activity of immune cells. Some data even supports that higher levels of Vitamin D led to lower chances of getting COVID-19 or less severe cases of it.
3. Brain power
Your brain and spinal cord contain Vitamin D receptors — these are important for improving brain function and cognitive activity. 
Studies also show that Vitamin D helps reduce inflammation of the brain, just like it fights inflammation in the rest of the body.
As you can see, Vitamin D is not your average vitamin. There are so many benefits to this superhero vitamin, so be sure to get your healthy daily dose of it. You’ll get Vitamin D from the sun — but never forget to keep your skin protected with sunscreen!
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