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5 Nutrients Vegans Should Watch | Dietitian Stephanie McBurnett

The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee

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How to Get the Most Out of Your Vitamins

35 to 40% of US adults are deficient in vitamin D. Vitamin D is really important for absorption of calcium, regulates bone growth and it plays a role in immune function. The daily recommended amount is not super high; the RDA is 600 IUs. You can get enough from being outside, but you would have to be 10 to 30 minutes in midday sun with open arms, no sunscreen, open legs.

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