Vitamin D & Other Minerals

BENEFITS	SOURCES
ADEQUATE INTAKE OF VITAMIN D	OTHER MINERALS

Sources

The main source of vitamin D comes from exposure to sunlight. Very few foods contain vitamin D, those that do contain small amounts include:^6,19

Margarine
Eggs
Liver
Fish such as tuna, salmon, sardines, herring and mackerel

Fortified foods and supplements remain an important source of vitamin D.

References
6. Nowson, CA et al (2004). Vitamin D in Australia: Issues and Recommendations. Australian Family Physician 33(3) 133-138.
19. Better Health Channel (2008). Vitamin D. Retrieved November 12, 2008, from http://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/bhcv2/bhcarticles.nsf/pages/Vitamin_D?OpenDocument

Always read the label. Use only as directed. Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.

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