What is vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 (also known as cholecalciferol) is a fat soluble vitamin.
The majority of vitamin D in the body is created during skin exposure to sunlight, but many people in Northern Europe and the USA do not get adequate exposure. Small amounts of vitamin D can also be found in egg yolk, fish oils and oily fish such as salmon, herring and mackerel. Cholecalciferol is an animal source of vitamin D3 (derived from lanolin).
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is the most easily absorbed form of vitamin D. Vitamin D3 is lipisoluble (dissolves in oil), so an oil-based preparation is best.
Pharma Nord's Vitamin D3 supplements is specially formulated in gel 'pearls'. The preparation is dissolved in cold pressed organic olive oil to enhance absorption. It contains the cholecalciferol form of D3, which is produced naturally in the skin.
How does vitamin D3 work?
Vitamin D3 increases the absorption of calcium from food and reduces the excretion of calcium from the body. These effects ensure that calcium levels are maintained and allow adequate levels to be stored in bones and teeth. If blood calcium levels are too low, calcium may be mobilised from bones for use elsewhere in the body, resulting in bone weakening.
Vitamin D3 is also responsible for maintaining healthy muscles and nerves, and for maintaining a healthy immune system.
Studies have shown that vitamin D may stimulate the body's production of anti-viral and anti-bacterial proteins. Some experts say they would choose vitamin D before vitamin C when considering cold and flu protection.
People with hyperparathyroidism and sarcoidosis should consult a physician before taking vitamin D3.
Vitamin D3 taken in excess (10,000IU) may cause kidney stones and headaches.
Pregnant or lactating women and those on medication should consult a doctor before using any product.
Ingredients:
Olive oil, gelatine, glycerol, purified water, Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), Gelatine (bovine).
Dosage :
1 - 5 Capsule per day, or as directed by a physician.