12/01/2021
*What Is Vitamin D?*
Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that it dissolves in fats and oils and can be stored in your body for a long time.
Two main dietary forms exist
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Found in some animal foods, like fatty fish and egg yolks.
Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). Found in some plants, mushrooms, and yeasts.
Of the two, D3 (cholecalciferol) seems to be almost twice as effective at increasing blood levels of vitamin D as D2 (ergocalciferol)
*Sources*
There are three ways that you can get vitamin D3. It comes from animal-based foods, the sun, and supplements.
Some of the foods that naturally have vitamin D3 include:
Beef liver
Cheese
Egg yolks
Fresh salmon
Mackerel
Halibut
Sardines
Trout
Butter
Cod liver oil
There are some foods and juices that are also fortified with the vitamin. You can easily incorporate these foods into your diet throughout the day. If you are taking supplements, check with a licensed medical professional for appropriate dosage.
*Health Benefits*
Vitamin D3 offers many health benefits. It is known to help strengthen bones and muscles, boost immunity, increase mood, aid in weight loss, and improve heart function.
*Bones*
Vitamin D is known to help both the muscles and bones. It enhances the absorption of calcium in the small intestine. Research shows that vitamin D can aid in reducing fractures and improve muscle strength. In addition, high levels of dietary vitamin D3 may be suitable for achieving a higher peak bone mass in adulthood and thereby preventing osteoporosis.
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