D, Vitamin D

Vitamin D Benefits

Numerous studies have elevated the importance of vitamin D in human health. Its role in healthy bone metabolism has been known for some time. Its importance in immune function, as a key nutrient behind immune efficiency and effectiveness, is now backed by overwhelming science. On the cutting edge is science that shows vitamin D relaxes your heart and helps keep it fit. Vitamin D is also involved in healthy brain development and behavior. There are over 900 genes that require vitamin D for healthy function. The multiple roles of vitamin D to support health is an emerging subject of immense importance to everyone.*

Due to public health warnings to stay out of the sun and low sun exposure in the winter in the northern climates of the U.S., many individuals are lacking adequate vitamin D for optimal health.*

Numerous experts suggest that the current government recommendation of 400 IU of vitamin D per day is too low; instead many experts recommend optimal intake of 2,000 IU to 5,000 IU for adults and 1,000 IU for children. Wellness Resources Vitamin D contains high quality, natural vitamin D3 as cholecalciferol in either 1,000 IU or 2,500 IU capsules.*

Individuals wishing to take more than 5,000 IU of vitamin D per day should have lab tests showing they are deficient and should then follow the guidelines of intake recommended by their doctors to replenish low levels of vitamin D (often 5,000 IU - 10,000 IU per day). It is best to supplement with natural vitamin D3 and to avoid synthetic vitamin D2.*

Vitamin D for Bone Health

Various nutrients help bone to maintain its normal structure. Nutrients like calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D are integral to the health of bone. Various cofactor nutrients like vitamin K, manganese, and silica play important roles in bone integrity. High quality forms of these basic bone-building nutrients are found in Daily Bone Xcel. Wellness Resources Vitamin D may be taken with Daily Bone Xcel to increase the amount of vitamin D per day.*