Why is milk fortified with VITAMINE D?
Fortified milk helps Canadians meet their VITAMINE D requirements. VITAMINE D is found naturally in very few foods — liver, fatty fish, and eggs. VITAMINE D helps our body absorb the calcium we eat. We need it to maximize growth and development of bones and teeth. While we do make VITAMINE D naturally when our skin is exposed to sunlight, certain factors block this process including: age; season; use of sunscreen; clothing; latitude; and glass windows.
