We’re frequently asked in our comment section about: what are natural vitamin d sources. Truth is we’ve been delaying this article for a while until we had enough information & facts to allow us to enlighten our readers. Hopefully by the end of this article you’ll have no doubts about this subject.
1. Salmon
Some studies have found even higher levels in wild salmon — up to 1,300 IU per serving However, farmed salmon contains only 25% of that amount. Still, one serving of farmed salmon provides about 250 IU of vitamin D, or 32% of the DV
2. Rainbow Trout
This vitamin also plays a major role in immune response and is critical in the prevention of osteoporosis, cancer, depression, diabetes, and obesity. There are plenty of natural and delicious ways to get our vitamin D in.
Sunlight allows the body to synthesize vitamin D naturally. All you need is 5 to 15
minutes, 2-3 times a week without sunscreen or too much clothing to boost your
levels. If sun exposure
exceeds 10 to 15 minutes, always remember to use sunscreen.
Since vitamin D is not naturally present in a wide variety of foods, it’s important to know what to eat to get this nutrient into your diet.
3. Mushrooms
Mushrooms are a delicious source of vitamin D that offer several B vitamins and potassium, too. You can also buy mushrooms that have been exposed to ultraviolet light giving them even higher vitamin D levels.
Eggs also contain all your essential amino acids and are a great source of choline and healthy fats. Always choose free-range or pastured eggs, as they contain 4 to 6 times more vitamin D. Try this recipe for a tasty tahini egg bowl.
Canned tuna Canned tuna is an easy way to get in vitamin D. Its longer shelf life makes it a great pantry staple to throw into meals as a fabulous source of protein, too. Safecatch and Wild Planet are great options. Whip up this Thai tuna power bowl.
Swiss cheese is easy to shred and sprinkle over a salad, throw into veggies, or bake onto bread. Cod liver oil Cod liver oil is one of the top sources of vitamin D and also happens to be a rich source of vitamin A and anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids. If the taste is hard for you to tolerate, take it in capsule form.
Why it matters: Vitamin D is a critical vitamin that many of us lack since it isn’t easy to come across in our everyday food supply. It’s important to start adding these nutrient-dense foods into our diet.
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D helps regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body.
People at high risk of not getting enough vitamin D, all children aged 1 to 4, and all babies (unless they’re having more than 500ml of infant formula a day) should take a daily supplement throughout the year. Information: There have been some reports about vitamin D reducing the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19). But there is currently not enough evidence to support taking vitamin D solely to prevent or treat COVID-19.