Get your dose of Vitamin D this winter

As winter is now upon us, the strong temptation for many is to rug up and spend the weekend indoors and out of the cold. Even if the motivation to exercise is there, the gym is often far more inviting than braving the chill for outdoor activities.

Vitamin D is considered vital for health and wellbeing. It is essential for absorbing calcium in the body, keeping your bones and muscles strong and healthy.

With the weather cold and the days short, sitting outside is often the last thing you want to do in winter, making it difficult go get your daily dose of Vitamin D in these chilly months!

Do not fear! Here are some ways you can improve your vitamin D intake this winter -

Try eating your lunch outside or going for a short walk. Even if your face is the only part exposed to the sun, you will find it far more revitalising than simply sitting at your desk.

Knowledge about vitamin content in foods has become quite extensive, and we can now tailor our diet to target our vitamin deficiencies.

Some foods that boost Vitamin D:

-          Egg yolks

-          Cod liver oil (make sure it is a high quality brand)

-          Some types of unpasteurised milk

-          Orange juice

-          A good brand of vitamin supplements can also be beneficial

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Remember that sunshine is the source of all life and nothing is as effective as the power of natural sunlight to absorb vitamin D.