Many health-conscious people are making a common but critical mistake when it comes to Vitamin D, and a top doctor is here to set the record straight. The mistake is over-relying on diet and underestimating the power of the sun.
The expert explains that while eating Vitamin D-rich foods like salmon and eggs is healthy, it is a mistake to believe these foods can provide all the Vitamin D you need. The reality is that they offer only a small fraction of the optimal amount.
This misconception leads to a false sense of security and can contribute to a chronic deficiency. People who believe their “healthy diet” has them covered might ignore the subtle symptoms of low Vitamin D, such as fatigue and frequent colds.
The reason this is a mistake is rooted in our biology. We evolved to synthesize Vitamin D—which is actually a hormone that regulates our genes—through our skin. Food was never meant to be the primary source.
To correct this common error, the physician advises a shift in focus. Prioritize getting 10 to 30 minutes of midday sun exposure daily. View food sources as a minor supplement to the main event, which is, and always has been, the sun.