Vitamin D is essential for strengthening your bones and muscles. Vitamin D deficiency can weaken your immunity, slow down the absorption of calcium and lead to fatigue.
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Here are some lifestyle changes you can make to boost vitamin D levels in your body.
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Spend time in sunlight
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Sunlight is a major source of vitamin D. Spend at least 15 to 20 minutes outside in sunlight to boost vitamin D naturally. The best time to step out in the sun is the daytime between 11am and 3pm.
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Eat vitamin D-rich food
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Foods such as whole egg, fatty fish, cod liver and mushrooms are excellent sources of vitamin D. Include these foods in your daily diet to boost vitamin D levels in your body.
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Eat fortified foods
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Fortified foods such as cow's milk, plant-based milk, orange juice, cereals and yogurt are enriched with vitamin D.
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Take dietary supplements
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If you have been diagnosed with vitamin D deficiency, then take vitamin D supplements in consultation with your physician.