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Vitamin D3 2,500 IU Extra Strength (Softgels)
Prevents Vitamin D Deficiency
- Formulated with sunflower oil for enhanced absorption.
- Extrastrength formula supports year-round prevention of vitamin D3 deficiency. Statistics Canada is noting that about ? of Canadians are deficient, peaking at 40% in winter and 25% in summer.
- Aids in calcium assimilation for bone health, potentially reducing osteoporosis risk.
- Our products are proudly made in Canada and undergo rigorous testing by an ISO 17025–accredited laboratory, globally recognized as the highest standard for supplement testing. This testing, conducted at three different manufacturing stages, ensures the highest quality and safety possible.
Each tiny softgel of extra-strength Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) contains 2,500 IU of this critical vitamin, essential for good health. This is the current maximum dosage recommended by Health Canada without a prescription to help prevent vitamin D3 deficiency.
Vitamin D3 is the biologically active form of vitamin D. When combined with sufficient calcium, a healthy diet, and an active lifestyle, it can help reduce the incidence of osteoporosis.
The World Health Organization (WHO) recognizes vitamin D deficiency as a factor for many global health concerns. Statistics Canada reports that approximately ? of Canadians are vitamin D–deficient, with 40% being deficient in winter and 25% during the summer months. New Roots Herbal’s Vitamin D3 Extra Strength delivers a proactive dosage of 2,500 IU per softgel to help prevent deficiency year-round.
Adults: Take 1 softgel daily or as directed by your health-care practitioner. To be taken with an adequate intake of calcium.
Duration of use: Consult a health-care practitioner for use beyond 6 months.
| Each softgel contains: | |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 62.5 mcg (2,500 IU) |
| Other ingredients: Organic sunflower oil and natural vitamin E (?-?alpha-?tocopherol, from non-?GMO sunflower) in a softgel composed of glycerin, bovine gelatin, and purified water. | |
Contains no: Gluten, soy, wheat, corn, eggs, dairy, yeast, citrus, preservatives, artificial flavour or colour, starch, or sugar.
Cautions and warnings: Consult a health-care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding; if you have kidney disorders; if you take other vitamin D supplements, multivitamin supplements containing vitamin D, or products containing vitamin D analogues; if you take any prescription medications including antacids, anticonvulsants, digoxin, cholestyramine, colestipol, mineral oil, steroids, statins, or thiazide diuretics; and to determine if you would benefit from additional vitamin D. A dose of 15–20 mcg (600–800 IU) of vitamin D per day is adequate for most individuals.
Contraindications: Do not use this product if you have hypercalcemia or hypercalciuria.
Known adverse reactions: Discontinue use and consult a health-care practitioner if weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, headache, lack of appetite, dry mouth, metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, vertigo, ringing in the ears, lack of coordination, or muscle weakness occur, which are early symptoms of hypercalcemia, or if you have any other side effects.
