We all know that one of the best ways to capture vitamin D is through sun exposure. However, a diet with foods rich in this vitamin can also help and, above all, compensate for some deficiencies, particularly if your sun exposure is low or insufficient. For this reason, we are going to present you with ingredients that you should try to include in your daily dishes and meals, so that you get the vitamin D intake necessary for your well-being and the proper functioning of your body.
Eggs
Eggs are an excellent and well-known source of vitamin D. Versatile when it comes to how they are cooked, prefer to consume them in their healthiest state: boiled or poached.
Fish
Fish is a good source of vitamin D, especially salmon, sardines and tuna. These are also ingredients that taste just as good in summer, in salads or sandwiches, as in winter, in roasts or grilled dishes.
Liver
Not everyone likes it, but the liver is rich in vitamin D. The healthiest way to cook it is grilled or boiled, accompanied by vegetables or salad.
Yogurts
A great choice for your breakfast or snack, yogurts are a great source of vitamin D, among other properties and benefits they have for your health and well-being.
Cheeses
Not all cheeses have a lot of vitamin D. However, Swiss cheeses, cheddar or ricotta , guarantee an interesting supply of this vitamin. You should, therefore, include them in your diet, with the exception that these foods also contain fat, so they should be consumed in moderation.
Butter
Once again, a food that should be integrated into your diet, but with caution, given the amount of saturated fats and cholesterol that this ingredient contains.
Mushrooms
Mushrooms are an important source of vitamin D, with species richer in this vitamin, such as shimeji , shitake , champignons , portobello or funghi . This is a versatile ingredient, as it can serve as a side dish or as the main star of the dish.
Eating a balanced diet is essential for your health and well-being. However, it is not always enough and there are nutritional deficiencies that may require supplementation or other measures.
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This article is part of a partnership with the company Doctorino and was written by its editors.