Life Extension Vitamin D3 1000 IU, 250 Softgels Features : Vitamin D has long provided significant support for healthy bone density. However, scientists have validated the critical role that vitamin D plays in regulating healthy cell division and differentiation, and has profound effects on human immunity. These findings link a deficiency of vitamin D to a host of common age-related problems. As a result of this research and startling evidence of a widespread vitamin D deficiency, prominent nutritional scientists are calling on Americans to increase their vitamin D intake to 1000 IU per day and higher. Additional plant extracts from bamboo and dried plum have also been added for their bone-protective minerals and polyphenols. This problem is of special concern for maturing individuals, as magnesium deficiency increases over time. Vitamin D has long provided significant support for healthy bone density. However, scientists have validated the critical role that vitamin D plays in regulating healthy cell division and differentiation, and has profound effects on human immunity. These findings link a deficiency of vitamin D to a host of common age-related problems. As a result of this research and startling evidence of a widespread vitamin D deficiency, prominent nutritional scientists are calling on Americans to increase their vitamin D intake to 1000 IU per day and higher. The current RDA is only 400 IU. Ingredients: Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol). Other Ingredients: safflower oil, gelatin, glycerin and purified water. Direction: Take one capsule daily, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. This product is best utilized when taken in divided doses with fat-containing, low fiber meals. Safety Warning: Individuals consuming more than 2,000 IU/day of vitamin D (from diet and supplements) should periodically obtain a serum 25-hydroxy vitamin D measurement. Toxicity is very unlikely in healthy individuals at a dose of less than 10,000 IU. Vitamin D supplementation is contraindicated in individuals with hypercalcemia (high blood calcium levels). People with kidney disease, certain medical conditions (such as hyperparathyroidism or sarcoidosis), and those who use cardiac glycosides (digoxin) or thiazide diurectics should consult a physician before using supplemental vitamin D.Keep out of reach of children. Do not exceed recommended dose. Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged. If you have a bad reaction to this product, discontinue use immediately. When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating. Supplement Facts: Life Extension - Vitamin D3 1000 IU - 250 Softgels Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 Softgel Servings Per Container: 60 Amount Per Serving %DV Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) 1000 IU 250% *Daily Value Not Established. ****Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your diet values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Other Ingredients: safflower oil, gelatin, glycerin and purified water. Legal Statement: *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Our shipping: Most orders paid by 11 am (EST) ship the same day. Holidays add one day.