New federal food regulations taking effect last week will significantly increase the amount of vitamin D added to several everyday foods sold in Ontario, including milk and margarine, as part of a national effort to address widespread vitamin D deficiency and improve long-term bone health.
Under updated rules announced by Health Canada, the minimum amount of vitamin D required in cow’s milk will roughly double, rising from 35 international units (IU) per 100 millilitres to about 70 IU per 100 millilitres.
Similar increases will apply to margarine, while allowable vitamin D levels in goat’s milk will also rise under the new standards.
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