Vitamin D3 – Joint Pro

Vitamin D is essential for the regulation of the minerals calcium and phosphorus within the body, and plays an important role in maintaining the structure of bone. Sun exposure is an easy and reliable way for most people to get vitamin D but it is also contained in fatty fish, (tuna, mackerel, and salmon), cheese, egg yolks and foods fortified with vitamin D (e.g., some dairy products, orange juice, soy milk, and cereals). Vitamin D is used to treat many conditions including osteomalacia (softening of the bones) and osteoporosis (weak bones).

*Note: Vitamins D and K play an essential role in calcium metabolism. One of vitamin D’s primary functions is to promote calcium absorption and maintain adequate levels in the blood. However, it does not precisely govern where calcium is deposited in the body. Therefore, to maximise the benefits of vitamin D supplementation while minimising the potential risk of toxicity, some authorities suggest that vitamin K supplements should also be taken. This is because vitamin K activates a protein that helps to direct calcium to the areas it is most needed (i.e., bone) and prevents it from accumulating in the soft tissues, such as the kidneys and blood vessels, where it can have detrimental effect.