Because we manufacture this fat-soluble vitamin only when
our skin is exposed to ultraviolet rays of the sun, it's often
called the sunshine vitamin. This mighty multitasker is essential
for calcium metabolism, helping to build the strong, dense bones
necessary for preventing osteoporosis. Research has linked
vitamin D deficiencies to breast, colon, and prostate cancers,
as well as Type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid
arthritis, heart disease, and high blood pressure.
Food Sources
Pink Salmon, canned 3oz. 530 IU vit D
Sardines, canned 3oz. 231 IU vit D
Mackerel, canned 3oz. 213 IU vit D
Orange juice, fortified with vit D 8oz. 100 IU vit D
Soymilk, fortified with vit D 8oz. 100 IU vit D
Cow's milk, fortified with vit D 8oz. 98 IU vit D
Egg yolk 1 large 21 IU vit D
Adequate Intake
Infants Newborn to 1 year 400 IU/day
Children and adolescents 1-18 years 600 IU/day
Adults 19-70 years old 600 IU/day
Adults 71 years and above 800 IU/day
Pregnancy & breastfeeding All ages 600 IU/day
*Many experts recommend higher levels at all ages
-Natural Choices Magazine, December 2012
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