Dear, Anon. There are few food sources of Vitamin D-- 1 tablespoon of cod liver oil per day is actually a great idea to start, while you wait to receive your Vitamin D supplements. Salmon, Mackarel, and Tuna are also good sources of Vitamin D.
Another great (and Free) source of Vitamin D is the sun! Spend around 10-30 minutes outside during the morning between 10 am- 12pm. Try not to go over 30 minutes each day to limit your exposure to UV rays.
As far as the supplements prescribed by your doctor, Vitamin D comes in two forms: Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3 and both forms will raise your serum level. Supplements are usually taken 1 per day and come in oral form. If you have any doubts though, I would recommend giving your doc a phone call.
Also, keep in mind that some medications interact with Vitamin D absorption-- I have attached the link to the Office of Dietary Supplements for you to do some more reading on Vitamin D.
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Dear, Anon. There are few food sources of Vitamin D-- 1 tablespoon of cod liver oil per day is actually a great idea to start, while you wait to receive your Vitamin D supplements. Salmon, Mackarel, and Tuna are also good sources of Vitamin D.
Another great (and Free) source of Vitamin D is the sun! Spend around 10-30 minutes outside during the morning between 10 am- 12pm. Try not to go over 30 minutes each day to limit your exposure to UV rays.
As far as the supplements prescribed by your doctor, Vitamin D comes in two forms: Vitamin D2 and Vitamin D3 and both forms will raise your serum level. Supplements are usually taken 1 per day and come in oral form. If you have any doubts though, I would recommend giving your doc a phone call.
Also, keep in mind that some medications interact with Vitamin D absorption-- I have attached the link to the Office of Dietary Supplements for you to do some more reading on Vitamin D.
http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/vitamind.asp
Good Luck! I really hope this helps.
June 24, 2009 - 5:14amThis Comment
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