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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
Vitamin D is good for bones, the immune system, and body functioning generally. Take these practical steps to ensure your body absorbs the most it can from this vital nutrient.
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To help your skin make vitamin D, get 15 to 30 minutes of direct sunlight daily, preferably midday. Don't apply sunscreen, as it will pass by this quickly.
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Vitamin D is fat-soluble, so it is more easily absorbed with fats. To help improve absorption, serve up very good fats like avocados, nuts, and olive oil.
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Vitamin D helps your body use calcium. Vitamin D-rich foods combined with calcium from dairy or fortified plant-based foods can be a better way to get vitamin D.
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Vitamin D needs magnesium support to help vitamin D metabolize. To get more use out of vitamin D, add magnesium-rich foods like leafy greens, nuts, and seeds to your diet.
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However, excess alcohol can prevent vitamin D from absorbing and metabolizing. Keep alcohol consumption to a minimum for the best nutrient levels.
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Take your vitamin D supplements with your largest meal to get better absorption. This consistency in timing keeps your body levels stable.
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A combination of sunshine, a healthy diet, and healthy habits is necessary to achieve maximum vitamin D absorption. These strategies help support overall health and well-being.
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