The spotlight is on supplementation in the penultimate article of this series about transitioning to a vegan diet. Some people dislike the thought of it, whereas others happily take supplements, even if there’s no nutritional need. As a rule of thumb, it’s wise to use supplementation selectively and focus on eating a varied and balanced diet.
Vitamin D
Have you been taking a vitamin D supplement during the autumn and winter? In the UK, public health authorities recommend this kind of supplementation for everybody, and certain groups are advised to take vitamin D year-round, including those of us who struggle to get enough safe sun during spring and summer. The dose for people over one year of age is 10 micrograms.