Product Overview
Factors in the maintenance of good health
Helps in the development and maintenance of bones and teeth; and helps in the absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus (1), (2), (3).
Pharmax vitamin D 5000 iu uses lanolin as a precursor, providing 5000 IU per capsule. USP and European pharmacopeia compliant, this product is also Food Codex grade. Rigorous independent testing includes supplier medicinal test results verified through independent 3rd party laboratories, thus ensuring the highest quality product.
Ideal for vegetarians.
References:
1. IOM 2006: Institute of Medicine. Otten JJ, Pitzi Hellwig J, Meyers LD, editors. Institute of Medicine. Dietary Reference Intakes: The Essential Guide to Nutrient Requirements. Washington (DC): National Academies Press; 2006
2. Toubi E, Shoenfeld Y. The role of vitamin D in regulating immune responses. Isr Med Assoc J. 2010 Mar;12(3):174-5
3. NHPD Monograph on Vitamin D. August 2007.
Additional product info:
Natural conversion in the body occurs when Ultraviolet B (UVB) rays from the sun penetrate the skin and converts 7-dehydrocholesterol to pre-vitamin D3, which in turn becomes vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Cholecalciferol is hydroxylated in the liver to form 25(OH)D3. 25(OH)D3 is then converted in the kidneys to the most active form of vitamin D, 1,25(OH)2D3. Vitamin D production is reduced when there is a decrease in the intensity of the suns rays. There are very few dietary sources of vitamin D, especially if consumed sparingly. Hence, vitamin D supplementation is required.
Other ingredients: hypromellose, cellulose
