It’s Meatless Monday again! One of the most essential vitamins for healthy bones, a happy mind and fit body is Vitamin D. We all know that the best way to get your dose of Vitamin D is by simply soaking in some sunshine. But it is not always possible to sit under the sun and get your fair share of Vitamin D. Fortunately, different food sources can give you your daily dose of Vitamin D. We bring you 6 such vegetarian foods that are packed with Vitamin D.
Mushrooms
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Mushrooms contain several minerals and vitamins, including Vitamin D. The best about mushrooms is that a serving only contributes to 22 calories. One cup of mushrooms has around Vitamin D equivalent to 64% of the daily value. Mushrooms are also high in antioxidants as well as essential minerals including iron, calcium and potassium.
Goat Cheese
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Another great way to get your daily dose of Vitamin D is by getting a share of goat cheese. People who have an aversion towards dairy products made from cow’s milk can consume goat cheese. Just one serving of goat cheese gives you the required dose of not only Vitamin D but also Vitamin B and K. This cheese is also low in cholesterol, fat, calories as well as sodium, which means you can eat it without worrying much about the weight.
Butter
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Although butter holds a bad reputation for containing high amounts of saturated fat. But you must remember that saturated fat helps the body in absorbing vitamins and antioxidants. Butter has a small amount of Vitamin D, but it helps your body in absorbing Vitamin D that you get from other sources. Eat butter in moderation and it will be a great addition to your daily diet.
Cereal
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The next time you are at the grocery store buying cereals, make sure you check the label and see if it contains Vitamin D. By consuming just a cup of cereal, you can get up to 29% of the recommended value of Vitamin D. Cereal is a healthy breakfast choice, so start including it in your daily diet right away.
Orange Juice
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Isn’t orange juice the tastiest and one of the healthiest options when it comes to fruit juices. One glass of fresh orange juice gives your morning a healthy kick start. It not only keeps you healthy but also helps you in staying strong and young. One glass of fresh orange juice gives you 17% of the recommended of Vitamin D.
Tofu
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Made from Soy milk, Tofu is loaded with Vitamin D. One serving of tofu is equal to almost 39% of the daily recommended value of Vitamin D. Not only this, tofu is loaded with calcium and is also a high protein source. So, if you have been keeping yourself away from this healthy food item, you better start eating it as soon as possible.
Add these food items to your daily diet and get your share of Vitamin D. Have great Meatless Monday.
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