Pharmacy Care Vitamin D 250 Tablets (Generic for OSTEVIT)

A lack of calcium may lead to osteoporosis later in life. Vitamin D can also assist in maintaining muscle strength, which in conjunction with daily calcium intake may help to reduce the risk of falls in the elderly. Research suggests that Vitamin D also supports the proper functioning of the immune system and healthy cell growth. Whilst Vitamin D is present in some dietary foods, our main source is produced in the body after exposure to sunlight. Many people do not receive enough regular sun exposure to produce adequate amounts of Vitamin D; as a result deficiency is very common and supplementation may be warranted. Vitamin D levels in the body can be measured with a blood test.