Published 12:52 IST, October 18th 2019
Vitamin D: Food items for vegetarians that boost vitamin D in the body
Vitamin D deficiency can be tackled with certain food products. Find out which vegetarian food products can help you boost the vitamin D intake in your body.
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Vitamin D is very important for strong and robust bones as it is only nutrient produced by a human body after being exposed to sun. But, to obtain vitamin D one must stay in sun before 10 am. deficiency happens However, one can compensate for loss of this important nutrient by consuming certain food items. Here is a list of food products that will help retain vitamin D content of body.
List of food products that will help retain vitamin D for vegetarians
Mushrooms
Mushrooms are rich in vitamin D as y reserve sunlight while y grow in it. amount of vitamin D in several mushrooms differ from one ar. Mushrooms are rich in vitamins B1, B2, B5 and minerals like copper which are essential to human body. It is advisable to choose mushrooms which are dried in sunlight. One can dry mushrooms in sunlight if y cant find one at any store.
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Cow's Milk
One glass of cow's milk can increase daily requirement of vitamin D by 20%. Cow's milk is one of greatest sources of vitamin D and calcium. Doctors suggest consuming full-fat milk for maximum vitamin D intake. For vegetarians, it is most effective ways to get vitamin D.
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Yoghurt
Yoghurt is packed with vitamin D and y are rich in proteins. It is advisable to check packs before buying yoghurt from shops as sometimes, yoghurt is flavoured and has high sugar content. Preparing yoghurt at home is best than buying it from outside.
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Orange Juice
Orange juices are mainly kwn for ir vitamin C content but, this amazing food is also one of sources to obtaining vitamin D. This fruit juice has numerous health benefits and this being one of m. This refreshing drink consumed in morning can kick-start mood to start day with a smile.
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11:58 IST, October 18th 2019