Solaray Vitamin D3

Solaray Vitamin D3 400 IU: a daily softgel for bones and immunity

Solaray Vitamin D3 gives 10 mcg (400 IU) of vitamin D3 as cholecalciferol in one small softgel, with extra virgin olive oil as the carrier oil. The bottle holds 120 softgels, four months at one a day, and the label shows it is made without soy and gluten-free. Vitamin D contributes to the normal absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus, to the maintenance of normal bones, teeth and muscle function, and to the normal function of the immune system. It suits adults who want a moderate daily vitamin D3 dose rather than a high-strength one, and it is one of the lowest cost-per-day vitamin D options on iFIT.

What’s in a serving (1 softgel)

Other ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, gelatin, glycerin, water and safflower oil.

Who it suits

• Daily maintenance: a moderate 400 IU dose for everyday use.
• Limited sun: people who spend most of the day indoors.
• Bone and muscle routine: pairs with calcium and magnesium; see bone and joint supplements.
• Other strengths: 1,000 to 10,000 IU options in vitamin D3 and essential vitamins, and more in immune support.

How to use

Take 1 softgel a day with a meal or a glass of water; a meal with some fat helps absorption. Store in a cool, dry place. Do not exceed the daily dose on the label, and keep the bottle out of reach of children.

Pack size

120 softgels, 120 days at 1 a day. See the full Solaray range.

How to check your pack

• The safety seal under the cap is intact.
• The label reads ‘Vitamin D-3 10 mcg, 120 Softgels’ and the back says ‘Mfd. by Nutraceutical Corp.’
• The importer sticker, batch number and expiry date are on the bottle.

Why order from iFIT

• Sourced from Solaray or its authorised distributor, with importer details, batch and expiry on every bottle.
• Tax invoice with every order.
• Card, valU or cash on delivery to every governorate.

Solaray Vitamin D3 questions

How much vitamin D is in Solaray Vitamin D3?

Each softgel gives 10 mcg of vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), which is 400 IU. The bottle holds 120 softgels, so one bottle lasts four months at one a day.

Is 400 IU a low dose?

It is a daily maintenance strength, the same 10 mcg many food-supplement labels use as a daily amount. Higher strengths such as 1,000, 2,000 or 10,000 IU are in the vitamin D3 range; choose a higher one only if your doctor has advised it after a blood test.

When should I take vitamin D3?

Take 1 softgel a day with a meal. Vitamin D is fat-soluble, so a meal that contains some fat helps absorption. The time of day matters less than taking it every day.

What else is in the softgel?

Extra virgin olive oil, gelatin, glycerin, water and safflower oil. The label shows it is made without soy and is gluten-free. The softgel shell is gelatin, so it is not suitable for vegetarians.

Can I take it with a multivitamin?

Check how much vitamin D your multivitamin already gives and keep the daily total within what your doctor advises. Do not take more than 1 softgel a day unless told to. Food supplements don’t replace a varied diet. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, under 18, taking medication or have a medical condition, ask your doctor first.