Nutrition and Supplements Vitamins and minerals Higher Nature Vitamin D3 120 Capsules Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is the active form of the vitamin Each capsule provides a 500 IU dose of vitamin D3 Supports a healthy immune system Necessary to maintain healthy bones and teeth Small, easy-to-swallow capsules What is vitamin D3 capsules 500 IU? Produced on the skin after exposure to sunlight. Vitamin D is known as the "sunshine vitamin". But unfortunately it is not as simple as that! The production of vitamin D in our body can be affected by factors such as season, weather, latitude, time of day, use of sunscreen, skin color, age and lifestyle. In fact, many of us are low or deficient in this vital nutrient that can only be obtained in small amounts through our diet and so much so that Public Health England now advises everyone to take a daily vitamin D supplement. of vitamin D3 are well documented for maintaining healthy bones and teeth, but it is also necessary for healthy muscles and normal immune system function. It is especially important for normal bone growth and development in children. Why is ours better? Each capsule provides 500 IU of the active form D3 (cholecalciferol) of the body's preferred vitamin, in small, easy-to-swallow capsules. These small, easy-to-swallow capsules are ideal for adults and children over 5 years of age. Gelatin capsules are suitable for Halal and Kosher diets.