Vitamin D3 – 1000 I.U – Unflavoured - 1000 IU

One tablet provides 1,000 IU of Vitamin D, the maximum allowed in a Canadian supplement D3 (cholecalciferol) derived from lanolin from sheep’s wool Vitamin D is essential to calcium absorption and helps support bone density and helps reduce fractures Vitamin D has been studied for its role in preventing various chronic health conditions. An important factor in the prevention of bone loss in men and women. Vitamin D is produced naturally when our skin is exposed to strong sunlight. However, in the northern hemisphere this type of natural light is not available during much of the year, therefore Canadians are at a greater risk of deficiency. Other at-risk groups include seniors, people with darker skin, vegans and those on a low protein diet. Health professionals in Canada estimate that increased vitamin D blood levels would reduce incidence of a variety of conditions, including osteoporosis, cardiovascular diseases, multiple sclerosis and pneumonia. Adequate levels vitamin D are important for the prevention of many chronic health conditions.