Do people near the equator have more vitamin D? Exploring the Latitude-Vitamin Link
                                
                                
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                                Contrary to common assumptions, several studies have found a high prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in populations residing in sun-rich equatorial regions. This indicates that simply living near the equator does not guarantee higher vitamin D levels, as many complex factors influence synthesis and availability.