10 Foods With More Vitamin D Than Eggs - Tasting Table

"Eggs contain a plethora of health benefits, and are filled with protein, good fats, B vitamins, and choline, which is great for brain health, but they aren't actually the best food source of vitamin D. Vitamin D aids in the absorption of calcium in our bodies, which is essential for healthy bones, and helps to reduce inflammation in the body, along with aiding in the metabolism of glucose and helps to support our immune system."

"The National Institute of Health recommends that those between 1 - 70 years old consume 600 IU of vitamin D per day, including those pregnant and lactating, and adults over 70 should increase their vitamin D consumption to 800 IU daily. Along with vitamins A, E, and K, vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning that they need fat accompanying them to be absorbed into the body."

"Rainbow trout A thin yet fatty fish with a much different texture and flavor than swordfish, rainbow trout has 359 IU per 3-ounce serving. Mild, tender rainbow trout is a great fish to add into your dinner rotation as it cooks quickly and is a versatile fish flavor-wise. Rainbow trout is excellent pan-seared, but it also makes a great smoked fish."

Egg yolks contain 41 IU of vitamin D per serving, so a three-egg omelet provides about 20% of the recommended daily intake. The National Institutes of Health recommends 600 IU daily for ages 1–70 and 800 IU daily for adults over 70. Vitamin D is fat-soluble (along with vitamins A, E, and K) and requires accompanying dietary fat for absorption. Sun exposure produces vitamin D, but food sources provide vitamin D without UV risk. An estimated two-thirds of Americans are vitamin D deficient. Foods high in vitamin D include rainbow trout (359 IU per 3-ounce serving) and fortified soy milk (100 IU per 8-ounce serving).

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