Autumn Is Coming: Time to Think About Vitamin D
As summer begins to fade, it is a useful time to think about vitamin D.
Between late March and the end of September, most people in the UK can usually make sufficient vitamin D when their skin is exposed to sunlight. During autumn and winter, however, sunlight is not strong enough for the body to produce enough vitamin D.
The NHS therefore advises everyone to consider taking a daily vitamin D supplement during autumn and winter.
Vitamin D contributes to:
- The normal function of the immune system
- The maintenance of normal bones and teeth
- The maintenance of normal muscle function
- Normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus
- Normal blood calcium levels
VitaMinute Vitamin D3 1000 IU Tablets provide 25 micrograms of vitamin D3 per tablet in a convenient format.
Remember to check the amount of vitamin D in any other supplements you take. The NHS advises adults not to exceed 100 micrograms—or 4,000 IU—per day unless instructed by a healthcare professional.
Food supplements should not replace a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Follow the recommended intake shown on the product label.
