What Are the Benefits of Vitamin D?
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What Are the Benefits of Vitamin D? Sarah Ware, BSc (Hons), RD, CDE, discusses vitamin D in nutrition.
Featuring Sarah Ware, BSc (Hons), RD (Registered Dietitian), CDE
Duration: 1 minute
Vitamin D is an essential micronutrient and it plays various roles in the body.
It not only helps our bone health, but it helps to prevent multiple sclerosis. Vitamin D can be produced naturally through the sun, but depending on where you live and how much exposure your skin has to the sun, you may not be making enough.
Look for a supplement that contains at least 1000 international units or IUs per day. Try to choose a product that is a D3 as opposed to a D2 for better absorption.
If you have more questions about the benefits of vitamin D in your diet, speak to your local dietitian or nutritionist and for supplement information visit your local food store or pharmacy.
Presenter: Ms. Sarah Ware, Registered Dietitian, North Vancouver, BC
Local Practitioners: Registered Dietitian
This content is for informational purposes only, and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.