Tag: #FoodAsMedicine
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🌰 Vitamin D-Packed sunny meals: Nuts, Seeds, and Mushrooms
Boosting vitamin D absorption is key! Incorporate ingredients rich in healthy fats like avocado, olive oil, or nuts—vitamin D loves to pair up with these! Don’t forget magnesium and calcium champs like spinach, kale, and dairy. 🥑🌿 Almond-Crusted Portobello Mushrooms Ingredients: Instructions: Chia Seed Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms Ingredients: Instructions:
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🍂 Vitamin D2 in Nuts and Seeds: A Nutrient Boost
🌰 When we think about natural sources of vitamin D, nuts and seeds might not be the first things that come to mind. However, these small powerhouses of nutrition do contain valuable amounts of vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol). Next time you enjoy almonds or sprinkle chia seeds on your food, remember that you’re adding a little…
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Mushrooms and Vitamin D₃: A Natural Source of Sunshine Nutrient
Mushrooms, often associated with umami-rich flavors and culinary versatility, harbors a unique secret – it can be a natural source of vitamin D. While it’s primarily obtained through exposure to sunlight, mushrooms provide an intriguing dietary alternative for vegetarians. 🌞 Sunlight Synthesis: The vitamin D content in mushrooms is particularly intriguing. When exposed to ultraviolet…
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🔍 Revealing the Power of Vitamin D₃: Sources and Solutions for Vegetarians 🌞
Vitamin D₃ is a crucial nutrient, yet it’s naturally found in very few foods. To bridge this gap, many foods undergo fortification to boost their vitamin D content. While fatty fish like tuna, salmon, and mackerel shine as excellent natural sources of vitamin D₃, what options are available for vegetarians? Let’s explore. 🌱 🌿 Mushrooms:…