6 tips to get more Vitamin D
Spend time in the sun
The best way to get vitamin D is to spend time outside. Aim to spend around 15-20 minutes in the sun each day, without sunscreen, before 10 a.m. or after 4 p.m.
Eat vitamin D-rich foods
Foods like salmon, tuna, eggs, and fortified milk and cereal are good sources of vitamin D.
Consider supplements
If you're not getting enough vitamin D from diet and sun exposure, consider taking a vitamin D supplement.
Get your levels checked
If you're unsure if you're getting enough vitamin D, ask your doctor to check your levels. They can recommend a supplement or a specific amount of sun exposure that will help maintain healthy levels.
Light therapy
In the winter months when the sun is scarce, a light therapy box can be used to get exposure to UVB rays, which are responsible for vitamin D synthesis in the skin.
Maintain a healthy weight
Vitamin D is fat-soluble, which means that it is stored in fat cells in your body. If you're overweight, your body may have a more difficult time accessing and using this stored vitamin D. Maintaining a healthy weight can help ensure that your body can use the vitamin D it has stored.
