Liquid Vitamin D 3 (2 oz)

Protocol for Life Liquid Vitamin D-3

Each drop contains 100 IU of Vitamin D: 4 drops provide 400 IU, 20 drops provide 2,000 IU. A full dropper provides approximately 50 drops, or 5,000 IU. Vitamin D enhances the uptake of calcium from the diet, is necessary for bone and dental health, and supports healthy immune function and healthy cell division.* Recent research indicates that Vitamin D also may play an important role in supporting cardiovascular health.*

Vitamin D is normally produced in the skin as a result of exposure to uv light from the sun.  However, the use of sunscreens, aging, avoidance of sun exposure, and living in the Northern latitudes can significantly reduce vitamin D production by the body.  Vitamin D can also be obtained through the diet and some sources include fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified dairy products.

The major biologic function of vitamin D is to maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosporus.  By promoting calcium absorption, vitamin D helps to form and maintain strong bones.*

Vitamin D also works in concert with a number of other vitamins, minerals, and hormones to promote bone mineralization.  In addition, Vitamin D plays an important role in supporting healthy immune function, and helps to regulate cell growth and differentiation.*

Protocol for Life Liquid Vitamin D-3 Ingredients

Serving Size: 4 Drops (approx. 0.112 mL)
Servings Per Container: About 535

Other Ingredients:

MCT Oil (medium chain triglycerides). Contains no sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives.

Protocol for Life Liquid Vitamin D-3 Directions

Shake well.  As a dietary supplement, Adults:  Take 4 drops or more as directed by a health care practitioner.  Take directly or add to a beverage.  Best taken with a fat-containing meal.

Protocol for Life Liquid Vitamin D-3 Cautions

Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for use in children under 4.  Consult your healthcare practitioner if you have any medical conditions, are taking any medications, or are pregnant/lactating.

The current upper limit for vitamin D is 2000 IU daily, though recent safety reviews have suggested a five-fold increase is warranted.  Supplemental vitamin D should be used cautiously in those on digoxin or any cardiac glycoside or suffering from hypercalcemia.  Drugs that may interact with vitamin D include bile sequestrants, ketoconazole and related drugs, phenobarbital, phenytoin, and antacids with aluminum.  Pregnant/nursing women should consult a physician before use.  Side effects are rare in healthy adults with intakes below 2,400 IU daily.