India, Nov. 28 -- Have you ever wondered why winter feels a little heavier on the body-sluggish mornings, low mood, more infections and that constant sense of tiredness? One big reason is a drop in vitamin D levels. Since most of our vitamin D comes from sunlight, winter makes it harder for the body to produce enough of this essential nutrient. In fact, cloudy days, limited outdoor time, darker skin pigmentation, sunscreen, and full-sleeve clothing increase the risk of vitamin D deficiency.

According to Dietician Vidhi Chawla, founder of FISICO Diet and Aesthetic Clinic, says vitamin D supports bone strength, immunity, muscle health, mental wellbeing, and even skin repair. With an estimated 76 percent of Indians reportedly deficient in v...