Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin and is both a hormone and a vitamin. There are three forms of vitamin D: vitamin D1 (calciferol), vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Assists in the absorption and metabolism of calcium and phosphorus. The body can make vitamin D on its own, provided it gets enough sunlight.

What Health Benefits do I Offer?

Promotes strong bones and teeth.
Supports normal cell growth and maturation.
Inhibits the growth of certain cancer cells, particularly, skin cancer, breast cancer cells, human leukemia and colon cancer.
Helps regulate white blood cells that make up the immune system.
Required for islet cells to produce insulin.
Facilitates the healthy function of the thyroid gland.
Plays a role in the functioning of healthy nerves and muscles.
Promotes normal growth in children.

What Food Sources am I Found In?

Exposure to sunlight is the primary source of Vitamin D. Food soudces include; green vegetables, berries, citrus fruits, fortified milk, salmon, tuna, shrimp, herring, beef, chicken liver, egg yolk, and fortified cereals.

How Much Should I Have?

RDA's:
Ages newborn-24: 10mg.
Ages 25-50: 5mg.
Ages 51-70: 10mg.
Ages 71+: 15mg.

What if I Don't Get Enough?

inadequate absorption of calcium, muscular weakness, burning in mouth and throat, diarrhea, insomnia, myopia, nervousness, osteomalacia, rickets, tooth decay, lack of vigor, softening of bones, improper healing of fractures, retention of phosphorous in the kidneys

Stuff I Should Know

Since vitamin D is absorbed in the small intestines, people with diseases that prevent proper absorption-such as liver disease and cystic fibrosis, may develop vitamin D deficiency. Surplus vitamin D in the blood causes calcium to accumulate in the soft tissues of the heart, kidney, and brain, possibly resulting in joint pain, seizures, disorientation, and other problems.

I can be used as a supplement to treat:

Osteoporosis; Crohn's disease; Rickets/osteomalacia; Cystic fibrosis; Seasonal affective disorder; Depression; Type 1 & 2 diabetes; Burns; Prostate cancer; Celiac disease; Hypertension and Hypocalcaemia.

Quality Vitamin D Supplements

Solaray's Dry Vitamin D 1000IU 60Vcaps	Solaray's Vitamin D-3 2000IU Lemon 60Lzgs
Carlson Lab's Vitamin D 400 IU 100 gels	Now's Vitamin D-3 2000 IU 120Sg

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