Question 1

how do i increase vitamin d in my body. any specific fruit or vegitable?

Accepted Answer

Dairy/Supplements: Usually dairy products have vit d. Also, certain cereals, breads may be fortified with vitamin d.

Question 2

which foods and fruits have the best source of vitamin d?

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Vit. D sources: Sun light is a helpful way to get vid d you need, but dairy products are also a good source.

Question 3

i just noticed  before takethe verapamil i used to eat c reals rich in vitamin d and calcium !isthis a reason for having tension and strange symptoms?

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Confusing: I'm confused.   Are you saying you no longer eat the cereal and you are wondering  if you have symptoms due to that?   I need more information.

Question 4

what leafy vegetables contain vitamin d?

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Not many: Vegetables, as a rule, are a lousy vitamin d source.  The best vitamin d comes from your skin when it's exposed to sunlight.  The best source of dietary vitamin d is cold water fish.  Further, whether vegetable derived vitamin d  (d2) does the same thing as that which comes from animal sources  (d3) is still a matter of dispute.  Many vitamin d experts think that it does not.

Question 5

what vegetables have vitamin d?

Accepted Answer

Some mushrooms: Vegetables, as a rule, are a lousy vitamin d source.  The best vitamin d comes from your skin when it's exposed to sunlight.  The best source of dietary vitamin d is cold water fish.  Further, whether vegetable derived vitamin d  (d2) does the same thing as that which comes from animal sources  (d3) is still a matter of dispute.  Many vitamin d experts think that it does not.

Question 6

can any vegetables contain a significant amount of vitamin d?

Accepted Answer

Veggies & Vit D: There are few veggies with vitamin d. Food sources are dairy, fish and beef. The best source of vitamin d is either 20 minutes of sunshine/day on unprotected skin or using a supplement.

Question 7

whats the quickest way to correct vitamin d deficiency?

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Sunshine: The classic way to increase vitamin D is to expose your skin to the sun, but more efficient if no sunblock.  Do not exceed 20-30 minutes at a time to avoid sunburn.  If cloudy climate, supplement using 800-1000 units, vit D-3 daily.  Measure serum levels in about 2-3 months.

Question 8

what does vitamin d do?

Accepted Answer

To keep you healthy: Good for your general health.

Question 9

does vitamin d treat pain?

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Yes: There actually is evidence that vitamin d can reduce inflammation directly, and can be used to alleviate pain. Since the general population is getting less vitamin d than optimal, there are many disorders that are being influenced and helped by vitamin d. It's not the silver bullet that will fix everything, but a daily 1000iu dose can only help.

Question 10

is d3 the same as vitamin d?

Accepted Answer

There are...: ...Two versions of vitamin d.  D3 supplements are typically derived from animal sources.  D2 supplements typically come from plants, mushrooms etc..   There is still a question of which is better and more helpful, with most of the literature coming down on the side of d3.  The best d, however, is that made by your skin when exposed to sunlight.

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