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Benefits of Vitamin D3
Many of you may have heard about the benefits of Vitamin D3 during the coronavirus outbreak and the possible effects it has on increased lung function. But Vitamin D, otherwise known as the Sunshine Vitamin, is deemed a natural immune booster and an essential vitamin for overall wellness. The benefits of Vitamin D3 are robust, so let’s focus on those benefits, as well as a few ways to incorporate them into your everyday routine. One of the simplest ways to get vitamin D is to go outside and absorb the sun’s beneficial rays. According to the experts, the optimal time to go outside is midday when the sun’s rays are at its strongest point. I’m not suggesting roasting for hours in the sun, but I am suggesting a mid-afternoon, lunchtime stroll to absorb those natural vitamins and breathe in some fresh air.
Although there are not many foods that supply Vitamin D, there are enough choices to allow you to get your daily dose. Some of the best food choices are fatty fish, especially salmon, tuna, swordfish, and mackerel. Suppose you are not a fish eater, no worries! You can also find this beneficial vitamin in ‘fortified’ milk, orange juice, and cereals. Some of my preferred, fortified cereal choices containing Vitamin D are Quaker Oats, Special K, and Rice Krispies. Several mornings per week, I find myself enjoying a bowl of cereal, with almond milk and a banana. You can opt for either dairy milk or almond…
