Nature Made Vitamin D3 25 mcg., 650 Softgels

Maintaining healthy levels of vitamin D in your body has been shown to be an important part of your overall health. Nature Made Vitamin D₃ is cholecalciferol, the form of vitamin D that your body prefers.

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in very few foods and added to others through fortification. Vitamin D is also produced within the cell when ultraviolet rays from sunlight strike the skin and trigger vitamin D synthesis. The skin synthesis is reduced by clothing, sunscreen, air pollution, older age, darker skin pigmentation, being indoors, winter season, and higher latitude.

Unfortunately, too many Americans are not getting enough of this important nutrient so supplementation is often recommended. Vitamin D supplements are available in two forms. Vitamin D₂, or ergocalciferol, is plant-derived, while vitamin D₃, cholecalciferol, is animal-derived. Vitamin D₃ is more effective than vitamin D₂ at raising and maintaining adequate levels of circulating vitamin D in the body.

Very few foods are natural sources of vitamin D. Fatty fish (mackerel, salmon, sardines) and fish liver oil are among the best sources of vitamin D.

Vitamin D may also be consumed through fortified foods. Vitamin D fortification of certain dairy products and cereals began in the early 20th century to help eradicate disease such as rickets. Consequently, some cow milks, cow milk substitutes, infant formula, orange juices, breads and cereals may add vitamin D added to support adequate intake of vitamin D.

• Large 650 Softgels Jar
• One Softgel per Day
• 25 mcg (1000 IU) of Vitamin D₃
• Aids Calcium Absorption in the Body
• Supports Bone, Teeth, Muscle and Immune Health
• #1 Pharmacist Recommended
• No Color Added
• No Artificial Flavors
• Gluten Free
• USP Certified

Contains 650 Softgels