{"product_id":"vitamin-d-3-1000-iu-now","title":"Vitamin D-3 1000 IU by NOW","description":"\u003cp\u003e Catch some sunshine in a capsule! NOW Foods Vitamin D-3 1000 IU delivers the recommended daily levels of this critical nutrient in a highly absorbable, liquid softgel form.  While our bodies can synthesize Vitamin D from the sun's UV rays, many people miss out due to sunscreen use, desk jobs, and changing seasons. Because Vitamin D is rarely abundant in everyday foods, daily supplementation is a smart, easy way to ensure your body gets an adequate supply of the \"sunshine vitamin.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintains Strong Bones \u0026amp; Teeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin D-3 is vital for enhancing calcium and phosphorus absorption from your diet, helping to maintain optimal bone density and skeletal strength. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRobust Immune System Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plays a critical role in activating your body's natural defense mechanisms and promoting year-round immune health. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Bioavailability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivered as cholecalciferol—the exact same form of Vitamin D your skin produces naturally—in an olive oil base for maximum absorption. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted Quality Assured:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-GMO, dairy-free, soy-free, and manufactured in an NPA A-rated GMP certified facility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose NOW Foods?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a pioneer in the natural products industry, NOW Foods is dedicated to providing premium-grade supplements without the premium price tag. Their state-of-the-art laboratory testing ensures that every single softgel meets strict standards for stability, potency, and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDietary \u0026amp; Quality Standards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen-Segregated Manufacturing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Vitamin D-3 softgels are formulated without yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, or sesame. Even though some of these allergens are processed in their facilities, NOW uses strict GMP procedures to prevent cross-contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNPA A-Rated GMP Certification: \u003c\/strong\u003eNOW was one of the first manufacturers to obtain the Natural Products Association’s (NPA) Good Manufacturing Practices certification. They consistently maintain an \"A\" compliance rating, which is the highest possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFDA cGMP Compliant:\u003c\/strong\u003e They are fully compliant with the FDA’s current Good Manufacturing Practices, ensuring every aspect of the laboratory methods and stability testing is tightly regulated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. What is the source of the Vitamin D-3 in this product?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOW sources its Vitamin D-3 (cholecalciferol) naturally from lanolin, which is a wax secreted by the sebaceous glands of wool-bearing animals (specifically sheep’s wool). Because it is derived from wool, it is considered vegetarian-friendly by many, but it is not vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. What kind of oil is used in the softgel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin D-3 is a fat-soluble vitamin, meaning it requires fat to be properly absorbed by your body. NOW uses high-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil as the carrier base inside the softgel, which is a premium, heart-healthy alternative to the cheap soybean or safflower oils used by many other brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. When and how should I take it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is highly recommended to take one softgel daily with a meal that contains some dietary fat (like avocado, eggs, nuts, or healthy oils). Even though the softgel contains olive oil, taking it with a meal significantly maximizes your body's ability to absorb the nutrient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Are the softgels pork- or beef-based?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gelatin capsule used for NOW's standard Vitamin D-3 softgels is BSE-free bovine (beef) gelatin. It does not contain any pork derivatives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Now","offers":[{"title":"180 Softgels","offer_id":53484340773048,"sku":"NOW014","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"360 Softgels","offer_id":53484340805816,"sku":"NOW10247","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0217\/3199\/9816\/products\/NOWVitaminD31000IU360-1.jpg?v=1699107978","url":"https:\/\/blueskyvitamin.com\/products\/vitamin-d-3-1000-iu-now","provider":"Blue Sky Vitamin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}