Vitamin D is known as the ‘sunshine’ vitamin because the body obtains this essential vitamin from the sun’s UV rays. With increased awareness of the harmful effects of over exposure to sunlight, and promotion of reduced exposure to reduce the risk of skin cancer, it is becoming evident that more and more people have low vitamin D levels. Older people in rest homes, or the house bound are at particular risk of deficiency. There is also evidence of mild vitamin D deficiency in younger adults, particularly during winter. The more pigment there is in the skin, the less vitamin D is produced, so dark skinned people, those who avoid the sun or women who wear veils, are at increased risk of deficiency.

1 Capsule daily with food or as professionally prescribed. Always read the label and use as directed. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

EACH SMALL SOFTGEL CAPSULE CONTAINS:
Vitamin D (as D3 Cholecalciferol) 1000iu
SUPERIOR LOW ALLERGY FORMULATION:
This formulation is free from artificial colouring, preservatives and flavours, yeast, wheat, corn, gluten, sugar, starch, nuts, dairy, lupin, mustard, celery, soy, peanuts, sesame seeds and eggs. Non-GMO, non-irradiated and BSE/TSE free.

Of all published cases of vitamin D toxicity for which a vitamin D amount is known, only one occurred at a level of intake under 40,000 IU per day. Do not take more than the dose stated on the label without consultation with a healthcare practitioner. Caution with blood pressure medications as vitamin D may reduce drug effects. Use with caution in patients with hypercalcemia or systemic lupus erythematosus; Do not use in sarcoidosis or hyperparathyroidism without medical supervision; High doses require medical supervision in patients with atherosclerosis and heart disease; High doses may interact with digitalis.

Vitamin D3 supplements are critical during low sunshine hours. Recommended for people with low Vitamin D levels.

When possible, get your vitamin D from foods and from modest sun exposure, making sure to avoid a sunburn. 5 to 10 minutes of sun expo- sure on some or most days of the week to the arms, legs, or back without sunscreen will enable you to make enough of the vitamin.

Vitamin D can be found in fish liver oils, sardines, salmon, tuna, milk and dairy products.