2023-10-18 16:19:36
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In the cold and dark seasons, many people have problems with their vitamin D levels. There are some foods that can help with this.
Dortmund – In the coming autumn and winter the sun will shine less and because of the cold people will wear long clothes. This means that less sunlight reaches the skin – a process that is crucial for the production of vitamin D. You can support your body with foods that contain vitamin D.
Vitamin D deficiency in autumn and winter: These eight foods prevent it
According to the NDR, vitamin D is important for bones and beneficial for the immune system. A long-term deficiency can have a negative impact on health.
Between March and October, the body absorbs a particularly large amount of vitamin D and stores it for the dark seasons. However, under certain circumstances this may not be sufficient.
Before you deal with the question of whether dietary supplements can be dangerous or useful, if there is a deficiency, it is advisable to first resort to natural remedies. When the sun is hardly visible in winter, there are some foods that can have a positive effect on vitamin D storage.
Vitamin D deficiency in autumn and winter: these are the foods
According to WMN, there are some foods that naturally contain a small amount of vitamin D. So if you want to eat more of it, you could consider including some of it in your menu plan.
SalmonOther fatty fish (such as herring or mackerel)Dark chocolate (with as much cocoa content as possible)EggsMushrooms (such as mushrooms and chanterelles)GoudaMilkMargarine
Vitamin D deficiency in autumn and winter: Caution should therefore be exercised
Only in margarine is vitamin D actually added artificially. This is also allowed there – in fact, the product is an exception.
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Because an excess of vitamin D can also be harmful. That’s why it’s generally forbidden to add it to products in Germany. Some foods violate this vitamin D ban. In the worst case, too much vitamin D can lead to heart and kidney problems in consumers.
Vitamin D deficiency in autumn and winter: These measures should be taken
In principle, around 10 to 20 percent of your vitamin D requirement can be covered through food. This is reported by the Robert Koch Institute. This is due, among other things, to the low content of the vitamin in the food. The body should produce the rest itself, which requires exposure to sunlight.
Even in winter it is recommended to spend a lot of time in the fresh air – especially when the sun is shining. © Jochen Tack/Imago
Accordingly, the foods can be consumed to support vitamin D storage, but do not replace time in the fresh air and especially in the sun. Even in winter, it’s a good idea to go for a walk outside on a sunny day. At least the face and possibly the hands can absorb some sunlight (more service news on RUHR24).
To avoid an overdose, consumers should discuss the possible use of dietary supplements with their doctor. This intake may make sense for certain people, but under no circumstances should you risk vitamin D poisoning.
This article only contains general content on the respective health topic and is intended exclusively for neutral information. It is expressly not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication. Under no circumstances does the contribution replace professional advice from a doctor or pharmacist.
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