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Liquid Vitamin D-3 Extra Strength 30 ml

• A convenient liquid form
• A natural vitamin derived from lanolin
• Helps in maintaining healthy bones and teeth
• Is involved in cell division
• Helps in the proper functioning of the immune system

Now Foods Liquid Vitamin D-3 Extra Strength is a dietary supplement in a liquid form with 1000 IU of vitamin D-3 per drop.

Vitamin D – a vitamin essential for life which is soluble in fats. It is distinguished from other vitamins by its steroid structure and hormonal activity. Vitamin D receptors (VDRs), which are characteristic of this vitamin, are present in most cells of our body. This vitamin is sometimes called a sunshine vitamin because of its synthesis in the skin during which UV-B rays react with 7-dehydrocholesterol and thus form cholecalciferol. After absorption through the skin, cholecalciferol is transported into the liver where it is converted into calcidiol. After reaching the kidneys, calcidiol is converted into calcitriol – a final biologically active form of vitamin D.

The benefits of liquid form
The vitamin administered in a solution may be attractive especially to individuals who do not like or have problems with swallowing capsules and tablets. This form is most frequently recommended for children and the elderly. However, it can interest persons in each age range. The next advantage of this form is that dosage can be adjusted precisely because we can choosing the amount of drops per serving, which is not possible when taking traditional tablets or capsules.

Proper bone development
The growth and development of bones is influenced by the ability of vitamin D to stimulate cell divisions. By activating vitamin D receptors on the surface of osteoblasts, which are bone-forming cells, this vitamin boosts their division and maturation.

The most recognizable function of vitamin D3 is its ability to improve absorption and utilization of calcium and phosphorus. These two elements has a significant impact on mineral density of bones and teeth. Normal vitamin D levels contribute to maintaining optimal calcium blood levels, mainly owing to suppression of parathormone secretion by parathyroid glands.

Immune system function
The immune system is a natural barrier protecting our body against harmful effects of many pathogens. To benefit fully from its capacity, we should provide a favourable environment. One of the factors affecting this condition is proper vitamin D levels.

To sum up, Now Foods Liquid Vitamin D-3 Extra Strength is recommended for individuals for whom it is problematic or just unpleasant to swallow tablets or capsules. It seems to be particularly attractive for children, the elderly or those with swallowing disorders. The supplement is worth interest especially in autumn and spring to support the immune system and in the case of low mineral density of bones, their fragility or mood disorders.