Vegan High-Dose Vitamin D3
3000 IU Capsules

Vitamin D

Vitamin D3 naturally occurs almost exclusively in animal sources, particularly in fish, dairy products, eggs and meat. Plants, such as lichens and various fungi, contain only very small amounts of the much less effective form of vitamin D2.

Vitamin D plays a very important role in the body. It is one of the few vitamins that is not absorbed directly from food, but rather produced by skin cells from sunlight. It is not a vitamin in the traditional sense of the word, but rather a pro-hormone. In contrast to many other vitamins, vitamin D is converted into an important hormone which regulates cell functioning and bodily processes. Almost all bodily cells have special receptors for the vitamin D hormone that are dependent on sufficient supply.

Vitamin D is still being intensively researched. New mechanisms of action of this fascinating vitamin are discovered almost every year. So far, the following statements on vitamin D have been released by the EU (EFSA):

Vitamin D contributes to:

• Normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus
• Normal calcium levels in the blood
• The maintenance of bones
• The maintenance of normal muscle function
• The maintenance of healthy teeth
• Normal immune system functioning
• Cell division

Directions

Take 1 capsule (3000 IU vitamin D3) daily with 200ml water at mealtimes.

Daily Requirements

The different information on the recommended dosage of vitamin D can be confusing. Recommendations vary greatly from organisation to organisation. For adults, for example, the EU recommends 200 IU, while the German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends 800 IU. However, many researchers and non-profit organisations consider these recommendations to be too low to effectively prevent a deficiency. For example, the Endocrine Society recommends 1500 - 2000 IU and the Vitamin D Council (USA) 3000 - 6000 IU.

Food Supplement

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced, varied diet and healthy lifestyle.

Storage

Keep out of reach of young children. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat.

Filler: Gum Arabic, capsule shell: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Vitamin D3 Powder (Tapioca Starch, Cholecalciferol).

Capsule shell: Hydroxypropoylmethylcellulose.
Contents: 120 capsules

* Nutrient Reference Value

Vitamin K

Together with vitamin K2, vitamin D ensures the normal absorption of calcium and phosphorus into the intestines and is responsible for incorporating them into bones. If a vitamin K2 deficiency exists, the calcium may be absorbed but not fully utilised by the body. The consumption of vitamin K together with vitamin D is important, especially when taking high doses of vitamin D.

Vitamin K2 exists in two different molecular forms, called trans- and cis-forms, which differ in terms of their structures. It is important to ensure that vitamin K2 is consumed in its all-trans form, as this is the only form that can be utilised by the body.

Magnesium

Magnesium is essential for the conversion of vitamin D3 into its transport form and its active hormone form. When a magnesium deficiency is present, the body's ability to carry out this conversion is limited. In order for vitamin D to be effective, a consistent magnesium supply is therefore also required.

Calcium

Vitamin D is responsible for the absorption of calcium in the intestines. Calcium can only be absorbed if it is consumed in sufficient quantities.

Vitamin A

Vitamin D and vitamin A regulate each other.

Zinc

Zinc is needed for the formation of vitamin D receptors.

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For thousands of years, cultures all over the world have been using medicinal plants and nutritious foods to naturally foster and maintain vitality and good health.

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