There are several foods that are high in vitamin D, including:
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Fatty fish, such as salmon, herring, sardines, and mackerel. Wild salmon typically contains more vitamin D than farmed salmon, but both are good sources of vitamin D. In a 3.5-ounce (100-gram) serving, farmed salmon contains around 66% of the Daily Value (DV) and wild salmon can contain up to 160% of the DV.
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Cod liver oil, which is a rich source of vitamin D.
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Canned tuna, which is a good source of vitamin D. A 3-ounce serving of canned tuna contains around 39% of the DV.
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Egg yolks, which are a good source of vitamin D. One large egg yolk contains around 7% of the DV.
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Mushrooms, which can provide vitamin D. Fungi, like wild mushrooms and mushrooms exposed to UV light, contain vitamin D. Some commercially sold mushrooms contain higher amounts of vitamin D2 due to intentionally being exposed to high amounts of ultraviolet light. Portabella mushrooms can provide 8 mcg of vitamin D when you eat 3 ounces of them.
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Vitamin D-fortified milk and grains, including soy milk, cow’s milk, and cereals. You can get vitamin D from vitamin D-fortified beverages, including orange juice.
It is important to note that fruits and vegetables do not typically contain adequate amounts of vitamin D to support the recommended dietary intake.