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Eat Foods Fortified With or Naturally Rich in Vitamin D
When we think of vitamin D, which we need to keep our bones, teeth and muscles healthy, we usually think of the sun. But while spending time outdoors is a great way to naturally absorb vitamin D, it’s not the only way. We asked two registered dietitian nutritionists for their suggestions on how to get more of it. Aside from eating foods that are naturally rich in it, says Shana Minei Spence, a New York-based registered dietitian nutritionist who runs the health website The Nutrition Tea, you can look for foods in the grocery store that are fortified with vitamin D, like milks (both plant-based and dairy), yogurt, cereal and orange juice. “Many people are deficient, so I recommend taking a vitamin supplement if needed,” she says.