Winter Blues!!! The short days and cold nights keep you mostly indoors which leads to lower level of Vitamin D in your body. Vitamin D is very important for your body as the deficiency of this vitamin can cause fatigue, muscle weakness, joints pain, and depression. So, the question arises, how do we get enough Vitamin D during winters?
Well, as we do not get enough sunlight during winters, we must indulge in foods that provide us with the highest amount of Vitamin D. But we need to be aware of the right amount of Vitamin D that our body can accept. A higher amount of Vitamin D can lead to toxicity, dehydration, and constipation. It’s best to consult a registered dietitian before taking any food source or supplement.
Sunlight-The Best Source of Vitamin D
Walking Outdoors: We know it gets difficult to take a walk during winters. We become lethargic and the chilly weather doesn’t let us go out of our comfort zone. Moreover, with work from home culture, we often tend to stay indoors. However, getting outside and getting a good amount of morning sunlight is very important for our health and well-being. So, step outside in the morning, breathe fresh air and get a morning dose of Vitamin D.
Many people ask, “Do we need extra Vitamin D during winters?” and “What are the best food sources of Vitamin D?” and “Can we take Vitamin D supplements?”
We have covered these questions!
Best Food Sources of Vitamin D
Mushrooms: Wild Mushrooms are one of the best sources and healthy diet plan of Vitamin D as they are grown in the sunlight. But white button mushrooms are grown in dark as such these mushrooms do not possess a good amount of Vitamin D.
Cod Liver Oil: Cod Liver Poli packed with Vitamin D. You can buy it in the form of capsules but do not confuse it with regular Omega-3 capsules. And, include this oil in your diet only after the consultation with your dietitian.
Fortified Foods: Fortified foods such as cereals, oatmeal, orange juice, soy milk, yogurt, etc. contain good amount of Vitamin D. These beverages go under fortification process where Vitamin D is added to these products.
Egg Yolks: Egg Yolks are often considered to raised bad cholesterol (LDL). However, skipping egg yolks would mean missing out on essential mineral like zinc and Vitamin D.Supplements: When food is not enough for your body to get good amount of Vitamin D, it becomes essential to take Vitamin D supplements. Vitamin D supplements are available in both forms D2 and D3. It is always advisable to take the right amount of supplement with the consultation of a healthy diet plan for weight loss.
