Description
The benefits of vitamin D in a practical way
VITA D3® Vitafor provides vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) with a high concentration per tablet: 2,000 IU. This vitamin plays essential roles in the body, highlighting the importance of supplementation to achieve adequate blood levels. It is an excellent option for easily and effectively meeting recommended dosages.
Product benefits:
Helps in the formation of bones and teeth.
Aids in the absorption of calcium and phosphorus and in maintaining calcium levels in the blood.
Supports the functioning of the immune and muscular systems.
Assists in the process of cell division.
Key features:
High concentration of vitamin D3 per tablet – 50 µg (= 2,000 IU).
Suitable for individuals aged 9 years and older.
Sugar-free and gluten-free.
Contains MCT (medium-chain triglycerides) as a carrier.
VLabor Quality Seal.
Scientific Information
Our current lifestyle compromises the intake of an important nutrient for calcium absorption and, consequently, for the formation of bones and teeth, as well as supporting our immune system: vitamin D.
If we go back thousands of years, we can observe that our ancestors had lifestyles that involved much more outdoor activity than ours. Their livelihood was based on agriculture, livestock, and trade—activities mostly carried out in open environments.
Our lifestyle has changed, and today we spend most of our day indoors. Whether due to work schedules that keep us inside offices during daylight hours or due to efforts to prevent diseases caused by sun exposure, we have very little contact with sunlight during the week.
Our bodies have evolved to convert sunlight absorbed through the skin into vitamin D, contributing to the maintenance of health. Approximately 90% of our daily vitamin D requirement comes from this exposure to sunlight.
Being indoors—at work, at home—wearing clothing that covers most of the skin, and using sunscreen all reduce our exposure to sunlight. As a result, our daily vitamin D needs are often not met.
Scientific studies link vitamin D deficiency to diseases such as osteoporosis and rickets, due to its importance in calcium absorption. Autoimmune diseases are also associated with vitamin D deficiency. Additionally, individuals recovering from illnesses that affect the immune system may experience greater difficulty if their vitamin D needs are not met.
Beyond its preventive role in various conditions, studies also report benefits of vitamin D supplementation, such as the prevention of respiratory infections and increased muscle strength in athletes.