This Is Exactly How Much Vitamin D3 You Should Be Taking Every Day
Vitamin D deficiency is becoming increasingly common due to modern lifestyles that limit sun exposure. Experts recommend obtaining vitamin D from food sources and supplements, particularly vitamin D3, which is more effective than D2. A blood test is the best way to determine if an individual is deficient in vitamin D.
- ▪41% of people in the U.S. do not get enough vitamin D.
- ▪Vitamin D is essential for over 200 functions in the body, including bone strength and immune support.
- ▪Vitamin D3 supplements are often recommended over D2 for their effectiveness in raising vitamin D levels.
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WellnessThis Is Exactly How Much Vitamin D3 You Should Be Taking Every DayIf you spend the bulk of your time indoors, you should probably add this supplement to your stack. Experts share exactly how much you should consume per day.By Emily Laurence Sardinha May 26, 2026Kelsey NiziolekSave StorySave this storySave StorySave this storyNancy Rodriguez, PhD, RDN, FACSM, a professor of nutritional sciences at the University of Connecticut, says that back in her day, no one was talking about vitamin D supplements. “In the ‘60s and ‘70s, people weren’t slathering on sunscreen.
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