Vitamin D3

The benefits of vitamin D

Vitamin D is needed to support bone and tooth development and minimize the risk of diabetes. It is a necessary nutrient that helps the blood to clot and to promote the absorption of phosphorus and calcium.

Vitamin D in food and the sources

Vitamin D, also known as the sun vitamin, can be obtained from the sun. In addition, it can be found in animal products such as salmon, herring, flounder, sardines, and eggs. In small amounts, vitamin D can also be found in kefir, yogurt, and milk.

Uses of vitamin D

The recommended daily dose of vitamin D is 10 µg. Vitamin D is used to regulate blood pressure and nerve tissue function.

The nutrient is also necessary for the functioning of the heart muscle. Vitamin D supplements are used to prevent rickets and osteoporosis that can occur due to vitamin D deficiency. It is also used to help treat acne, tuberculosis, hepatitis, and psoriasis.

Deficiency of vitamin D

Vitamin D deficiency can lead to rickets in children and osteomalacia and osteoporosis in adults. In the case of vitamin D deficiency, the performance of athletes might suffer. If you don’t get enough of the nutrient, fractures, and falls may occur more often than usual. In children, the growth and thinning of the bones may slow down.

Side effects and overdose of vitamin D

Vitamin D overdose can be toxic because it can cause blood calcium levels to exceed safe levels, which can lead to kidney failure. Fortunately, if you get vitamin D only from food, an overdose is almost impossible. However, if a vitamin supplement is consumed, overconsumption is still possible.

Where can buy Vitamin D in Estonia?

In Estonia, vitamin D can be purchased from our e-shop fits.ee. Vitamin D is also sold in FITS Tallinn stores located at Haabersti 1, Tallinn (E-R 10-20; L: 10-15) and Linnamäe tee 3, Tallinn (E-R 10-20; L: 10-15). The stores are located in shopping malls next to the checkouts.