Which Are The Best Fish For Vitamin D?

Although the days are getting longer, for many it will still be several weeks until their arms and legs will finally be unwrapped from winter woollies.  covering up through the long winter months makes getting sufficient sun exposure, needed for production of the hormone Vitamin D, a challenge.

Vitamin D poses so many health benefits but did you know that not many foods assist the body in absorbing the vitamin.  We all know that a bit of sun exposure helps to synthesize vitamin D and make it more susceptible to absorption of this nutrient but how do you get more vitamin D without exposing yourself to harmful sun rays?  Well, you can get your Vitamin D the healthy way by simply eating more oily fish. In fact most oily fish provide up to 15% of your daily healthy fat requirement, which is a lot, compared to a mere 2% for non-oily fish. Let’s look at some of the fish that are high in Vitamin D.

Fish Highest In Vitamin D

• Salmon
• Trout
• Sardines
• Tuna
• Mackerel
• Kipper
• Herring
• Anchovies
• Swordfish

Studies show that these fish give your body a great source of natural Vitamin D while adding essential Omega-3 fats which your body needs.  Not only do they balance the calcium and phosphorus levels naturally but it’s proven to make your bones and teeth stronger.  Vitamin D also helps keep your immune system in line, aids your nervous system and reduces inflammation.  While Vitamin D can be taken in a supplement its far better absorbed if taken naturally.  If you see signs of vitamin D deficiency try adding a few of these flavorful and helpful fishes to your diet.  Salmon which is the highest of all in vitamin D can provide you with a whole day’s worth of vitamin D with just 3.5 ounces verses sun exposure which only lasts up to 7 hours.  Get your vitamin D the natural way; it’ll help you feel better while adding essential nutrients to your daily diet.

Guest Blogger Sarah Shade

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