Vitamin D3 5,000 iu
(cholecalciferol)

What Is It?
Vitamin D3 enhances calcium absorption and retention, a
key nutritional role in supporting healthy bones, and may
play a potential role in cardiovascular, colon and cellular
health. Vitamin D levels have been shown to decline with
age, due primarily to a reduction in either absorption or
metabolism by the liver. Decreased exposure to sunlight, a
vegetarian diet, or a low intake of vitamin D fortified foods
also play a role in inadequate vitamin D levels.

Uses For Vitamin D3
Bone Health: Vitamin D promotes intestinal calcium
and phosphorous absorption and reduces urinary
calcium loss, essential mechanisms for maintaining
proper calcium levels in the body and for
healthy bone composition. Clinical studies involving
vitamin D supplementation suggest the importance of
vitamin D in addition to calcium for bone health. Vitamin D
supplementation alone may also support bone health.
Cardiovascular Support: Vitamin D may also provide
cardiovascular support for some individuals, which may
be attributed to its effect on calcium metabolism or possibly
by helping to maintain healthy plasma renin function.
Cellular Health: Studies suggest vitamin D supports colon
health by promoting healthy cellular function. Vitamin D is
also believed to provide general cellular support potential,
including breast and prostate cells, in part by helping to
maintain healthy angiogenesis balance, supporting
immune cell activity and maintaining healthy cell
metabolism. Preliminary evidence suggests that vitamin D
may also play a role in maintaining healthy glucose
metabolism, since vitamin D receptors are present on the
islet cells of the pancreas.

What Is The Source?
Vitamin D3 is derived from the cholesterol in lanolin, the fat
found in wool. Hypo-allergenic plant fiber is derived from
pine cellulose.

Recommendations
Vitamin D3 5,000 i.u. = 1 capsule per day, with a meal.

Are There Any Potential Side Effects Or Precautions?
It is recommended that individuals using more than 2,000
I.U. vitamin D per day have their blood levels monitored.
Large doses of vitamin D can cause hypercalcemia, signs
include headache, weakness, nausea, vomiting, and
constipation. Individuals with hyperparathyroidism or
kidney disease are at particular risk. Vitamin D3 1,000 i.u.
and vitamin D3 5,000 i.u. are not to be taken by pregnant or
lactating women. If pregnant or lactating, consult your
physician before taking vitamin D3 400 i.u..


*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
For educational purposes only. Consult your physician for any health problems.

Are There Any Potential Drug Interactions?
Vitamin D may result in hypercalcemia in certain individuals
taking digoxin or thiazide

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