Vitamins
Vitamin D3
Bones, muscles and the "sunshine vitamin"
Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium. Many people in India test low despite the sun, because of indoor work, sunscreen and covered skin. D3 (cholecalciferol) is the form most supplements use; vegan D3 from lichen is also sold.
Compare on the label
- D3 or D2, and the IU per tablet or sachet
- Daily vs weekly packs — do not mix them up
- Vegan (lichen) or animal-sourced
- Whether your multivitamin or calcium already has D
Ask a doctor first if…
Very high doses over time can raise blood calcium. Weekly 60,000 IU sachets are usually prescribed after a blood test — follow your doctor.
Source: NIH ODS — Vitamin D (consumer)
Vitamin D3 we stock
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General information from public sources, not medical advice; we do not give doses. Supplements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. A pack is listed when its name says Vitamin D3 — check the current label for the exact form and amount.