Strong Bones for Healthy Aging
As we get older, nutrition rules change—or at least get stricter. You need more of some nutrients, like vitamin B12, and less of others. Here's how—and what—to eat (and do) in your 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond.
12 Ways to Get Your Daily Vitamin D
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Getting more vitamin D
By Ella Quittner
Vitamin D is essential for bone health. Recent research suggests it may have other benefits, too, such as protecting against colds and fighting depression.
The good news is that most people get enough vitamin D, according to the Institute of Medicine (IOM).
However, if you don't spend enough time in the sun or if your body has trouble absorbing the vitamin, you may not get enough. Here are 12 ways to ensure adequate intake.
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