Daylight savings time is November 6, and when the clocks fall back so will your daily dose of sunshine. Sunlight has long been associated with levels of vitamin D, a compound that plays an essential role in bone health. Over
time, minimal sunlight can lead to vitamin D deficiencies resulting in weakened bones and fatigue. Decreased sunlight, however, does not make maintaining healthy levels of vitamin D impossible. Chicago Healer’s Valerie Early, RD, comes on the show to offer alternative ways to ensure that you get the proper amount of vitamin D.
Guest Info
Valerie Early is a registered dietitian, licensed dietitian nutritionist, registered pharmacy technician, a certified advanced health and fitness specialist and a Reiki Master. Valerie received her BS degree in Food and Nutrition Science from The Florida State University. She completed her Medical Nutrition Therapy Internship at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation. She has been certified by the American Council on Exercise, and served as the Director of The Natural Health Center. Currently, she counsels people on the importance of preventative nutrition, sports nutrition and nutrition and hormonal balancing at her private practice in Schaumburg
