Our Vitamin D3 tablets are fat-soluble vitamins that play an important role in many body processes and functions.Between October and early March, the NHS recommends 10 micrograms of vitamin D daily, as you may not be getting enough vitamin D from sunlight. Vitamin D3 can be consumed through diet, although it is present in very few foods and therefore may prove difficult to achieve the recommended amount through diet alone.

Our easy-to-swallow tablets offer a simple solution to meet your recommended intake and reap the benefits of this essential vitamin. Protein Works Vitamin D3 tablets boast an impressive 6x the recommended amount, leaving you in no doubt that you have met your baseline.

What is vitamin D3?

Vitamin D3 is a naturally occurring vitamin produced by the body during exposure to sunlight. Vitamin D synthesis by sun exposure is responsible for most of the body's vitamin D intake. It is therefore recommended that during the winter months, where sunlight exposure is limited, supplementation is necessary to compensate for limited D3 production from sunlight and meet recommended levels.

There are two types of vitamin D, D2 and D3. While D2 is produced by plants and can be consumed through food, D3 is available in very few foods but can be synthesised through the skin. Vitamin D3 can be found in foods such as oily fish, milk and eggs, although it is almost impossible to meet your daily needs through diet alone.

Surprisingly, vitamin D3 is one of the most common deficiencies, especially during the dark winter months. Although it is estimated that we need about 30 minutes of sun exposure on bare skin for sufficient vitamin D synthesis, vitamin D is very easily broken down and our stores can run out very quickly.

We need an estimated 30 minutes of sun exposure on bare skin to achieve sufficient vitamin D synthesis. It is therefore not surprising that vitamin D3 is one of the most common deficiencies, especially during the dark winter months. Vitamin D is also very easily broken down, which means our stores can run out very quickly and need to be replenished. That said, the much-discussed health risks associated with sun exposure mean that avoiding the sun and wearing SPF daily have become a necessity for many health- and skin-conscious people.

Benefits of vitamin D3

• Dosage of 2500iu, which is 6x the minimum amount recommended by NHS UK to meet daily requirements.
• Convenient and easy to swallow tablet form.
• Popular during colder seasons or times when sunlight exposure is low.
• Contributes to the maintenance of muscle function.
• Contributes to the maintenance of bones and teeth.
• Contributes to normal immune, brain and nervous system function.
• Contributes to recovery after exercise.
• Suitable for vegetarians.
• Who is vitamin D3 intended for?

Vitamin D3 is for anyone who wants to cover all the basic needs needed to maintain their health. If much of your skin is not exposed to the sun for at least 20 minutes daily, consider supplementation. Darker skin tones are also at risk of deficiency due to a reduced ability to absorb UVB rays from the sun that are needed to produce vitamin D.

Wearing sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher reduces the body's ability to synthesise vitamin D by 95%. For vitamin D production to take place, skin should be directly exposed to the sun and not covered by clothing.

Those who live in the northern hemisphere with low sunlight or areas of high pollution, shift workers who need to sleep during the day, or anyone who is housebound or has little time outdoors should try to consume extra vitamin D from food sources whenever possible and consider supplementation.

Why buy vitamin D3?

D3 is an essential micronutrient, meaning it cannot be produced by the body alone. Deficiencies contribute to brittle bones and various other health problems.

Protein Works offers the highest quality vitamin D3 supplement available in the UK. Our vitamin D3 tablets offer unparalleled health benefits, maintaining overall health and well-being and contributing to the efficient functioning of many body processes, while improving your body's ability to absorb calcium from food. Vitamin D3 is especially important if you exercise regularly, due to the maintenance of muscle and bone function.

Protein Works Vitamin D3 tablets contain 2,500 IU, making it easy to reach your daily recommended amount. Any excess D3 not needed by the body is excreted naturally and safely. Our vitamin D3 tablets are a must to help you maintain good health during the colder winter months.

When should I take vitamin D3?

Take one tablet daily with food. There is no recommended specific time of day, but consistency is advised so you can fit it into your own daily routine. As discussed, vitamin D3 supplementation is most crucial during the winter months, so taking 1 pill daily is essential.

Other supplements that work well with vitamin D3?

There is a plethora of supplements that supplement vitamin D3, ranging from protein powders to other multivitamins. To save you time, we have selected the best options below:

Protein Works - Zinc and Magnesium: performance blend of two minerals considered essential for the health and optimal functioning of muscles and the body as a whole.

Protein Works - Whey Protein 360 Extreme - Made with a multi-phase protein system derived from high-quality proteins, Whey Protein 360 Extreme also contains Digezyme® to aid digestion and macronutrient absorption.