Vitamin D could actually help the cancer patient has a life expectancy longer. Vitamin D is very easy to get that is by sunbathing in the morning (7-9 o’clock in the morning). This conclusion is obtained through two studies published in the British Journal of Cancer and the Journal of Clinical Oncology.

“Both these studies strengthen the theory that increased levels of vitamin D in cancer patients can prolong life expectancy,” said Sara Hiom, head of Cancer Research, English. But Hiom stressed time limit for sunbathing. Using protective skin when cancer patients sunbathing should also remain to be done. “The key is to balance the time and the amount of vitamin D in order to have positive impact for people with cancer. Protection so as not to burn the skin should also be considered, “added Hiom.

The study compared the levels of vitamin D in cancer patients. The results showed the group of cancer patients who received vitamin D, higher life expectancy 50% compared with cancer patients who did not get enough vitamin D from sunlight.

One of the researchers, Professor Julia Newton Bishop, recommended for skin cancer patients to consume omega-3 fatty acid supplements for vitamin D levels in the body increases. And also suggested that research be continued to determine vitamin D levels should be consumed by cancer patients.