Vitacost Vitamin D3 -- 5,000 IU - 200 Softgels

What is vitamin D?Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin thats naturally present in very few food sources. Its functions in the body are wide ranging, from contributing to bone health to supporting immune function.* Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is the same form of vitamin D the body manufactures when skin is exposed to ultraviolet (UV) sunlight. Vitamin D3 may be more than three times as effective than other forms of vitamin D in raising concentrations in the bloodstream and maintaining those levels for a longer time.* How does vitamin D support health?Contributes to bone strength as proper levels create optimum conditions for bone formation.*Supports proper functioning of the immune and nervous systems.*Promotes the intestinal absorption of calcium.*Supports fetal skeletal development and tooth enamel formation.*Contributes to healthy levels of phosphorus in the body.*Why choose Vitacost Vitamin D3?Is the preferred form of vitamin D, identical to the type manufactured by the body when skin is exposed to UV sunlight.Ideal way to obtain vitamin D, as few foods contain enough to fulfill Daily Value requirements.Supplies 5,000 IU of vitamin D3 per single-softgel serving.High quality, great value.About VitacostAll Vitacost products are laboratory tested to meet FDA standards for identity, purity and composition. All products are tested for heavy metals, microbiology and contaminants. Vitacost products are produced in a NSF Certified facility. Freshness is guaranteed. * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.