Vitamin D
Have you had a blood test that has shown low levels of Vitamin D?
Here are a few tips of how to up your daily intake…
- Eating foods that are naturally high in vitamin D, for example:
- Tuna, mackerel, and salmon (not tinned) – as they are high in good fats and oils
- Orange juice & soy milk
- Cereals
- Mushrooms
- Cheese
- Egg yolks
- Having enough exposure to sun light, around 20-25 minutes in summer around 10 am – 3pm
- Purchasing a vitamin supplement; the recommended daily intake is 1000 units. Please consult your pharmacist or local health food store.
References:
For more information about Vitamin D intake, take a look at the link below;
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/vitamins-minerals/Pages/Vitamin-D.aspx
https://patient.info/bones-joints-muscles/osteoporosis-leaflet/vitamin-d-deficiency