Characteristics:
1 drop = 25 µg vitamin D = 1000 UI = 500 % of reference vitamin D3 intake.
Vitamin D is synthesised in the skin as a result of exposure to the sun’s UVB rays. It is highly recommended that we profit as much as we can from the beneficial effects of the sun between April and October by encouraging outdoor activity.
We cannot always benefit from sunshine at our latitude, but vitamin D can also be obtained by eating foods that contain vitamin D such as fatty fish, egg yolks, liver, etc.
Certain types of people have greater need of vitamin D:
- Teenagers: vitamin D is important for teenagers as it plays an essential role in fixing calcium. The peak in bone density that will determine the solidity of bones later on takes place at around the age of 20. Teenagers today prefer indoor activities (PC, video games, etc.) and don’t get much outdoor physical activity which stimulates the synthesis of vitamin D.
- People living in retirement homes or very old people who do not get out a lot.
- People with dark or black skin.
- etc.
Vitamine D has a number of physiological actions and it contributes to:
- The absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus (2 minerals that are important for building bone)
- Maintaining normal serum calcium levels
- Maintaining bone mass
- Maintaining good muscular functions
- Maintaining healthy teeth
- Promoting an effective immune system
Moreover, vitamin D plays a role in cell division.
Given the very important role played by vitamine D and the lack of sunshine in our region, taking Ortho D3 can be an important factor in maintaining a healthy and balanced lifestyle.
Composition (1 drop):
25 µg of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol, 1000 UI, 500% ADD), sunflower oil, α-tocopherol (antioxidant).
Liquid forms in oil give a better bioavailability than liquid forms based on ethanol and dried forms*.
* Ref: Grossmann RE, Tangpricha V. Evaluation of vehicle substances on vitamin D bioavailability: a systematic review. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2010 ; 54(8): 1055-61.
Use:
1 drop per day. Shake before use.
FOOD SUPPLEMENT - Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of reach of children. Store in its packaging of origin in a dry and ventilated place. Ortho D3 1000 is also suitable for children aged 10 and under.