Mushrooms can provide as much Vitamin D as supplements- but only if you place them in the sun!

The latest research shows that

• Mushrooms are efficient at transforming UV light into Vitamin D
  
• Sun-exposed mushrooms are as effective at boosting and maintaining Vitamin D levels as supplements 

Vitamin D Function: Vitamin D is key as it is required for strong bones, teeth, boosts the immune system and also helps absorb calcium. 

Mushrooms, like our skin are capable of transforming UV light from the sun into the vitamin. 

Study Design: The researchers gave 30 subjects a daily capsule for 3 months containing 2,000 units of Vitamin D or a sun-exposed mushroom powder with high-levels of the nutrient. The results indicate that there were no significant differences in the participants' vitamin D levels 

The researchers conclude that consumers are advised to take the mushrooms - any variety will work - out of their wrapping and place them outdoors between the hours of 10am and 3pm for up to 60 minutes during the late spring and summer months.

Important to note: Vitamin D production is dependent on the season and latitude; research shows that in northern Europe, Vitamin D production can only take place between the months of March to October. 

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Source: The Mail Online. 

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