Vitamin D3 2000 IU - 120 Softgels Carlson Labs

Benefits and Warning
Supplementing the body with needed nutrients, minerals, and vitamins may be a good way to prevent deficiencies and thereby support health. However, you must also note that “the more, the better” rule does not always apply to supplements. Often, having too much can have deleterious effects. Take the case of a 2010 study reported in JAMA were very high doses of vitamin D in women was linked to more fractures and falls. In rare cases, vitamin D can be toxic wherein calcium buildup in soft tissues and arteries can happen and likewise formation of kidney stones. The Harvard website recommends 4,000 IU as the upper limit that can be considered safe.

Supports Maintenance of Healthy Bones and Joints
We know that bones are made of phosphate and calcium. Vitamin D plays a role in the dynamic process of remodeling bones that is why without adequate Vitamin D it can lead to misshapen, brittle, or thin bones. Did you know that insufficient vitamin D for prolonged periods is a factor of having osteoporosis? It is because a deficiency in Vitamin D contributes to reduced absorption of calcium. Further, a deficiency in Vitamin D may also negatively affect muscle building and hence a difficulty when it comes to exercising.

May Support Immunity
Recent findings have pinpointed that Vitamin D plays a critical role in keeping our immune health strong. In fact, Vitamin D has a moniker of natural immune modulator because it helps regulate various immunological functions that are affected by inflammation. As such, Vitamin D is believed to help prevent all types of autoimmune diseases. Further, in another study, vitamin D supplementation in children with asthma showed a decrease in the likelihood of contracting the flu.

May Help Prevent Cognitive Decline
People who are experiencing age-related cognitive decline have shown to have a deficiency in Vitamin D. In fact, the severity of the decline is directly proportional to how severely deficient their vitamin D levels are. Statistically speaking individuals who are severely deficient in Vitamin D increases their risk for cognitive decline by as much as 125% and those who are mildly deficient has a 53% risk of cognitive decline.

Why Carlson Labs
Since 1965, Carlson Labs was spearheaded by husband and wife tandem John and Susan Carlson. It started with just a Vitamin E formula and has grown and expanded to become the most complete line of natural Vitamin E products worldwide as well other award-winning full lines of nutritional, special formulations, amino acids, minerals, and vitamin supplements. Until now, it is fully a family-owned business dedicated to bringing in the market only the highest quality nutritional supplements.