8. Vitamin D

Almost every nutrient in the planet has a functional role to play. Vitamin D is one nutrient that functions in multiple ways but is rarely given any importance. Hence, Vitamin D is one of the most functional nutrients vegetarians are not getting enough.

No other source of Vitamin D is as good as the UV rays but what about the northerners? Well, this is why getting versed about food sources rich in Vitamin D is imperative. A few variants of mushrooms, soy milk and dairy cow milk are often fortified with added vitamin D. Do incorporate these items to make-up for the loss of Vitamin D in the system.

References:

• High protein Vegetarian Foods
• Calcium Nutritional Facts
• Potassium in Vegan Diets
• Iodine Facts
• 8 Key Nutrients Vegetarians Need
• Vegan Iron Sources
• Plant Foods With Omega-3 Fatty Acids
• Vitamin-D Rich Foods