With a strong immune system - we can seriously reduce the threat of an opportunistic pathogenic virus like coronavirus (COVID-19) from taking up residence. A global health pandemic and the biggest threat to humanity since the Spanish flu in 1918. The key to our survival is in prevention, protection and defence.

The lack of sunlight over the winter months has put our endurance to the test. That and coronavirus. Now that spring is here, the days are beginning to brighten and our thoughts turn to the sun-rich, hot and summery days ahead. And it’s a magical alchemy of sunshine and vitamin D that IS essential for our health and longevity, now and in the long and winding road ahead.

Vitamin D is one of the hottest topics within the health sciences. If you live in the northern hemisphere, then the chances of having a vitamin D deficiency right now is high. This month I’ll lay out the latest research, give you the run down on how to spot a deficiency, plus advice on how to best optimise your vitamin D levels.