Sometimes referred to as the sunshine vitamin because of the way UV radiation triggers its’ production in the skin, Vitamin D behaves less like a vitamin, and more like a pro-hormone, because of its widespread action throughout the body.
It is known to support bone, cardiovascular, immune, and neurological health, and is critically important to maintaining overall good health and reducing the risk for various diseases. Despite our sunny climate, many South Africans may have less than optimal blood levels and could benefit from supplementation.* *Vitamin D Status and Consequences for Health in SA, International Journal of environmental and public health, 2016 |
Mogire RM, Mutua A, Kimita W, et al. Prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in Africa: a systematic review and meta-analysis [published correction appears in Lancet Glob Health. 2022 Apr;10(4):e481. doi: 10.1016/S2214-109X(22)00083-3.]. Lancet Glob Health. 2020;8(1):e134-e142. doi:10.1016/S2214-109X(19)30457-7
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D3 Liquid
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*A dosage above 1000 IU per day should only be used under the supervision of a prescribing practitioner, so that blood levels can be monitored
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