We all know the importance of vitamins and minerals in our diet and recently the vital role which Vitamin D plays has been bought to light. Unfortunately, as the consequences of coronavirus has led to lower activities outside, the majority of people are now deficient, and the signs of this include; fatigue (tiredness), bone pain, muscle weakness, aches or cramps and mood changes including depression.
What is the function of Vitamin D?
Vitamin D helps absorb calcium and phosphorus from the intestines which in turn supports healthy bones, teeth and immune system. Vitamin D has been known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’ as the body derives it from the sun. However, because we have been stuck indoors for most of the year, the majority of people are now deficient in this vital vitamin.
What should I supplement with?
It can be confusing as to how much you should supplement with as Vitamin D comes as a range of different doses. The unit in which it is typically measured in is International Units (IU) and 1 microgram of Vitamin D is equivalent to 40 IU. The good news is that you cannot really overdose with Vitamin D as very huge amounts is required to do this.
Furthermore, Vitamin D3 comes in a range of forms and the best absorbed form is Vitamin D3, which all our range consists of.
Experts recommend a daily supplementation dose of 1,000 IU. For those wanting an extra boost or if you are deficient, daily supplementation of up to 4,000 IU is available. Supplementation available comes as tablets, capsules and oral spray and our range also includes Vitamin D for children so all of the family is covered.
HuxD3 is another alternative to daily supplementation and are very high strength containing 20,000 IU and is to be taken fortnightly.
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