10 Foods High in Vitamin D

by Dr. Edward Group

Although we can find many foods in the supermarket that have been fortified with a synthetic form of vitamin D, there are only a select number of foods that naturally contain vitamin D.Normally, the human body makes vitamin D. Exposure to sunlight is the catalyst for the synthesis of this hormone in the skin. But today, many people spend countless hours indoors, and exposure to the sun is limited. This may be a cause of many ailments, including a depressed mood and weak bones. With age, bones can become weak and thin. Although you can’t turn back the hands of time, good nutrition is one of the best ways to encourage your body to be its best. Vitamin D is one nutrient in particular that supports normal bone density and strength.^[1, 2]

Personal Disclaimer: I follow an organic vegan diet and try to get a little sunlight every day. When I need a little extra vitamin D, I consume Shiitake mushrooms or take a vitamin D supplement. I recommend Global Healing Center’s Suntrex D3™. This premium vitamin D supplement is all-natural, vegan-friendly, and GMO-free. However, because I have received so many requests from meat eaters on sources of vitamin D in foods I decided to post the following food sources. I must say though that I do recommend a meatless diet for optimum health.

The Top Foods Containing Vitamin D

Shiitake and Button Mushrooms
Mackerel
Sockeye Salmon
Herring
Sardines
Catfish
Tuna
Cod Liver Oil
Eggs
Sunshine

1. Shiitake and Button Mushrooms

Dried shiitake mushrooms are high in vitamin D.^[3] Shiitake, button, and oyster mushrooms are also rich in vitamins B1 and B2.^[4] To benefit from the high vitamin D content, make sure that you find mushrooms that have been dried in the sun, not by artificial means.

2. Mackerel

A 3-ounce portion of this omega-3-rich fish will give you 90 percent of your recommended daily amount of vitamin D.^[5] The FDA recommends that Americans eat oily fish for their omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFA’s).

3. Sockeye Salmon

A small 3-ounce portion of cooked salmon will give you 90 percent of the recommended dietary intake of vitamin D.^[5] Make sure to purchase salmon that was caught from the wild or sustainably farmed.

4. Herring

Herring are high in vitamin D because they thrive on plankton, which is a hearty source of vitamin D.^[6, 7]

5. Sardines

Sardines are one of the best dietary sources of vitamin D. One small tin can of sardines will provide you with approximately 101 percent of your daily needs. These tiny canned fish are also a great source of vitamin B-12, omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and selenium.^[8]

6. Catfish

Catfish are a freshwater fish that have a habit of feeding on minuscule organisms that use sunlight to produce vitamin D.^[9]

7. Tuna

You’ll have to eat 6 ounces of tuna daily to obtain 50 percent of your vitamin D needs.^[10] Fresh, wild-caught tuna is the most nutritious. Remember, oily fish can also provide the body with “good fats” that support memory and brain function.

8. Cod Liver Oil

If you can stomach the strong aroma, this oil is super-rich in vitamin D. Just a teaspoon offers 113 percent of your daily vitamin D needs.^[11] This golden oil is also rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Some medical experts recommend taking vitamin D to improve brain function and optimize nervous system function.^[12]

9. Eggs

Eggs contain vitamin D in small amounts. Eating one egg will provide you with approximately 21 percent of your daily needs.^[13] It’s best to only consume free-range eggs from a local farm, if possible.

10. Sunshine

Okay, we know it’s not a food, but daily exposure to sunshine can seriously increase your vitamin D intake. In fact, this vitamin has actually been referred to as the sunshine vitamin. Light hitting the skin from the sun’s rays stimulates the production of this vitamin and hormone. This is great news for those of us that can take a sun-bath daily. But, for those of us in colder, cloudier climates, we can up our intake from the foods we eat. This could explain why Native Inuit people in Alaska ate so much fish!

6 Health Benefits of Vitamin D

There are many reasons to stock up on foods containing vitamin D, health benefits of the vitamin include:

The prevention of chronic diseases.
The protection and lubrication of your bones, teeth and hair.
The regulation of cellular growth and healthy cell activity.
Overall reduction of systemic redness and swelling.
Skeletal health.
Postmenopausal women and African-American men may benefit the most from increased vitamin D intake.^[14, 15]

SEE also Vitamin D Medicine

As I mentioned above, if you are a vegetarian or don’t eat fish, you can still get the same benefits by taking a vitamin D supplement or make sure to get plenty of sun on a daily basis.

Foods High in Vitamin D

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