Busting the Myth: Can You Get Vitamin D Through Clothes?
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According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, a standard white cotton t-shirt offers a sun protection factor (UPF) of only about 5, allowing a significant amount of UV radiation to penetrate. This reality directly addresses the common misconception regarding whether you can get vitamin D through clothes. The short answer is no; your clothing is designed to block the very ultraviolet B (UVB) rays needed for vitamin D synthesis.
