What form of Vit D ? D2 or D3 ?
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The label on the back says vitamin D as cholecalciferol. Cholecaciferol is vitamin D3. Here is a link of information on it which may be helpful. http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-6152-Cholecalciferol+Vitamin+D3+Oral.aspx?drugid=6152&drugname=Cholecalciferol+(Vitamin+D3)+Oral I am not a doctor or representative of the company. We just take this supplement to boost immune function because we live in the very cold Northern country.
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I take Bio-D-Mulsion, Vitamin D3 on the advice of my nurse practitioner. I have read that if one takes Vitamin D, one should also take Vitamin K2. There is a lot of info available at various websites. My favorite is Dr. Mercola.
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The label on the back says vitamin D as cholecalciferol. Cholecaciferol is vitamin D3. Here is a link of information on it which may be helpful. http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-6152-Cholecalciferol+Vitamin+D3+Oral.aspx?drugid=6152&drugname;=Cholecalciferol+(Vitamin+D3)+Oral I am not a doctor or representative of the company. We just take this supplement to boost immune function because we live in the very cold Northern country.
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I really doubt it since 100% pure vitamin D3 would be 40 million IU per gram (less than a spoonfull 40,000,000 IU's) I am looking for the real actual percentage of pure vitamin D3. I am not looking for false assumptions that fly in the face of both math and science! Thanks for your effort.
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My doctor specifically directed me to take dry D3 to increase my vitamin D levels. He says it is more effective.
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There are two commercial sources of natural vitamin D3: fish liver oil and an oil extracted from wool. "If a label lists 'vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)' then it is from wool oil. This is considered a vegetarian source (the animal is not harmed, just sheared), but not vegan. Bio Tech D-3 source is cholecalciferol.
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Vitamin D2 and/or Vitamin D3 There are two types of vitamin D supplements available for over-the-counter purchase (vitamin D2 and vitamin D3). Vitamin D3 is the type that most experts believe should be utilized in clinical practice (Wolpowitz & Gilchrest, 2006). Vitamin D2 is also known as "ergocalciferol," and vitamin D3 is also known as "cholecalciferol." This is important for patients who have purchased a dietary supplement that does not indicate the specific type of vitamin D in the product by number but have listed the scientific name. Most experts now believe that the only form that should be purchased is vitamin D3. Vitamin D2 is also very acceptable, but in the author's opinion, most individuals should switch to D3. There is a plethora of logical reasons for advocating the use of vitamin D3 over vitamin D2 dietary supplements (Wolpowitz, & Gilchrest, 2006), including: UVB light from the sun strikes the skin, and humans synthesize vitamin D3, so it is the most "natural" form. Human beings do not make vitamin D2, and most healthy fish contain vitamin D3. Vitamin D3 is the same price as vitamin D2. Vitamin D3 may be less toxic than D2 because higher concentrations of D2 circulate in the blood when consumed (compared to vitamin D3). It does not bind as well to the receptors in the human tissues compared to vitamin D3.
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Vitamin D3 is the natural form of Vitamin D. Vitamin D2 is labmade, and usually the one prescribed by doctors, and is not good for you. Go to Dr Mercola's website; he has an article on it you can read.
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No, this vitamin vegetarian. There is another vitamin company with a similar name and I wonder if you have confused them. This is from the Garden of Life website: Vitamin Code RAW D3 is the only RAW, vegetarian, whole food vitamin D3 formulated with RAW Food-Created Nutrients. Cultivated with live probiotics, antioxidants, enzymes and nutrient-specific peptides
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There is no difference. Recommended amount of d3 for infants is 400 IU per day. One drop of Carlson's Super Daily D3 is 400 IU. I used this for my kids while they were breastfeeding. Currently, I am using it on my 3 month old daughter in place of the synthetic vitamin d3 given to me by the pediatrician. I put a drop in my finger and let her suck it off. Hope this helps.
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The D3 is the type of vitamin it is. Such as vitamin B12 or b6. This describes the formulation of the vitamin. The D3 2000 is the dosage amount or the potency. It is described in IU amounts. D3 comes in different amounts of IUs. Your doctor can advise you how much you should take. An IU is the international unit.
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From the "Seeking Health" website:The olive oil found in Vitamin D360 is extra virgin and Kosher. The olive oil comes from Spain.The vitamin D3 comes from lanolin which comes from the wool of live sheep. They are sheared.
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The difference between a D2 and D3 is that the D3 should have night vision and the D2 doesn't. That is the main difference that I know of.
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D2 is transformed to D3 in your digestive system before being absorbed by your body. During this transformation you lose part of the effectiveness. D3 is readily absorbable by your system. If you have low stomach acid (ex: gastric bypass) the dry D3 is the best you can get. (I do not have any affiliation with this company)
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Short answer is don't worry about D2. D3 does most of its functions and likely better....read below for where this was observed.According to a 2006 commentary in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, studies have indicated vitamin D2 supplementation results in inferior elevation of 25(OH)D levels, decreased binding affinity to DBP in plasma, and a shorter shelf life. The authors Houghton and Vieth conclude by stating, "Vitamin D2, or ergocalciferol, should not be regarded as a nutrient suitable for supplementation or fortification." http://www.thorne.com/altmedrev/.fulltext/13/2/153.pdf Short answer is don't worry about D2. D3 does most of its functions and likely better....read below for where this was observed.According to a 2006 commentary in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, studies have indicated vitamin D2 supplementation results in inferior elevation of 25(OH)D levels, decreased binding affinity to DBP in plasma, and a shorter shelf life. The authors Houghton and Vieth conclude by stating, "Vitamin D2, or ergocalciferol, should not be regarded as a nutrient suitable for supplementation or fortification."... » Read More Short answer is don't worry about D2. D3 does most of its functions and likely better....read below for where this was observed.According to a 2006 commentary in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, studies have indicated vitamin D2 supplementation results in inferior elevation of 25(OH)D levels, decreased binding affinity to DBP in plasma, and a shorter shelf life. The authors Houghton and Vieth conclude by stating, "Vitamin D2, or ergocalciferol, should not be regarded as a nutrient suitable for supplementation or fortification." http://www.thorne.com/altmedrev/.fulltext/13/2/153.pdf « Show Less
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Honestly I don't know, I finished the bottle quite a while ago. I should have observed, but I did not. I have not re-ordered it either. I switched to Vit K tablets and taking D3 Drops. Interesting question. Sorry I can not help you.
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Yes, it is very important to take 4000-6000 IU of vit D daily based on what my naturopath says and other sources. This one only has 270 IU per serving. I take the 5000 IU Vit D softgels by NOW.
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NO vitamin D. That's why I chose this product. Most calcium supplements contain the form of D3 that isn't vegan (derived from sheep's wool). This is also the most bioavailable form of calcium (calcium citrate). Also, the amount (250 mg.) is good since too much calcium can result in kidney stones and it's better to take smaller amounts throughout the day rather than one large dose.
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I am a physician with a personal interest in Vitamin D research, here's the skinny: There is only one form of prescription vitamin D- ergocalciferol (D2) 50,000 IU. This product is cholecalciferol (D3) 50,000 IU and is not chemically identical. There is strong evidence, however, that the OTC form (D3) is superior to the Rx form (D2) in both absorption rates and sustained effect. In addition, the Rx form (D2) is not what the human body creates on it's own, it makes D3. While both will raise the total level of Vit-D-25-OH tested on vitamin D blood assays, only the OTC D3 form significantly raises the naturally formed isomer of D3. I know of no research that investigates whether elevated D2 levels have the same health benefits as are seen with elevated natural D3 levels. Ergocalciferol was grandfathered in as a drug by the FDA in 1940 when they started regulating medications, and has been used since out of habit. Most doctors are not well educated on this subject and prescribe the Rx form as it is the only formulation able to be prescribed, and because it is dogma. In short, this OTC form of cholecalciferol D3 is better absorbed, longer lasting, cheaper, more accessible, and a match to naturally produced human vitamin D analogues. It can be safely substituted for ergocalciferol D2 prescribed by your doctor.