Vitamin D is so important to function of your life and so much more! And, oftentimes, people are deficient. Here is what it does for your body:
- Prevent bone fractures
- Prevent falls in older people and osteoporosis
- Reduce the risk of cancer, especially colon cancer, prostate cancer, and breast cancer
- Reduce the risk of diabetes, especially in young people and in those living in high altitude
- Protect against heart disease, including high blood pressure and heart failure
- Reduce your risk for multiple sclerosis
- Improve you mood
- Improve your lung function
Now, the best ways to get Vitamin D is through 20 minutes of Sun everyday without Sunblock. Also here are foods that are naturally high in Vitamin D:
- Salmon
- Mackerel
- Swordfish
- Tuna
- Fortified Milk
- Fortified Cereal
- Mushrooms
- Fortified Yogurt
- Avocado
- Carrots
- Cheese
- Eggs
- Mangoes
- Bell Peppers
- Sweet Potato
Now, Sun is # 1 and the best time is 2pm – 4pm. Also, foods are a great way and yes supplements can help but Sun and Food is Best!
And the optimal way is have a blood test at least 2 times per year to make sure you’re not deficient and in the healthy range.
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