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#3 in Vitamins Third-Party Tested
Solgar Vitamin D3 5000 IU
by Solgar
"Premium vitamin D3 in oil-based softgel for optimal absorption"
Amazon Rating
4.8/5
Reviews
23,450
Price Range
$14.99 - $19.99
Servings
240
Non-GMOGluten-Free
Overview
Solgar has been a premium supplement brand since 1947. Their vitamin D3 5,000 IU provides cholecalciferol in a safflower oil softgel for fat-soluble vitamin absorption. 240 softgels provide 8 months of daily supplementation at the dose most functional medicine practitioners recommend.
Key Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) | 5,000 IU (125mcg) |
1 ingredient linked to detailed encyclopedia profiles
Pros & Cons
What We Like
- 240 softgels 8-month supply
- Oil-based for absorption
- Solgar premium quality since 1947
- 5,000 IU practitioner-recommended dose
What Could Be Better
- 5,000 IU may be too high without testing
- Not vegan (lanolin-derived)
- Should test blood levels periodically
Who Is This For?
Best For
- Vitamin D deficiency correction
- Northern latitude residents
- Dark-skinned individuals
- Indoor workers
Not Ideal For
- Those with hypercalcemia
- Those not monitoring D levels
Our Verdict
8.6/10 — Very Good
Premium vitamin D3 from a trusted heritage brand. 240 softgels at the practitioner-recommended 5,000 IU dose is excellent value.
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