NOW Foods Vitamin D3 1000 IU Softgels
by NOW Foods
"360 softgels of D3 at 1000 IU — the maintenance dose vitamin D for year-round immune and bone support at under $12"
Overview
NOW Foods Vitamin D3 1000 IU provides the maintenance dose of cholecalciferol (D3) in a high-potency olive oil softgel for optimal absorption. While many people need 2000-5000 IU for repletion, 1000 IU is the appropriate maintenance dose for those who already have adequate levels or get moderate sun exposure. The olive oil base enhances absorption since D3 is fat-soluble. At 360 softgels for under $12, this provides a full year of daily supplementation for about 3 cents per day.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) | 1000 IU (25 mcg) |
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- 360 softgels (1-year supply)
- Under $12
- 28,000+ reviews
- Olive oil for absorption
- Appropriate maintenance dose
What Could Be Better
- 1000 IU may be low for deficient
- Not for repletion
- Softgel (not vegan)
- No K2 included
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Maintenance D3 supplementation
- Year-round immune support
- Budget D3 seekers
- Those with adequate levels
Not Ideal For
- Those with D3 deficiency (need higher dose)
- Vegans
- Those wanting D3+K2 combo
- Those in northern latitudes
Our Verdict
NOW D3 1000 IU is the year-round maintenance D3 — 360 softgels for under $12 makes it 3 cents per day. The ideal choice for those maintaining adequate levels, not for repletion of deficiency.
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