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I take 4,000-6,000 UI of Vitamin D3 daily in gelcap/softgel format (Vit D is fat soluble, the dry tablets aren't absorbed nearly as well, which has been confirmed by blood tests).

It costs almost nothing. A bottle of 360 softgels each containing 2,000 UI costs about $25 (Carlson Laboratories brand).

Just make sure you also take enough vitamin A.




Just curious if you've noticed any difference in your health since taking the Vitamin D supplement?

For comparison that's about how much Vitamin D your skin will produce by being in the sun for 5-10 minutes (assuming you're in normal latitudes and have uncovered face, hands, arms - not always true in the winter).


you'll get both if you take the cod liver oil that this article mentions.


I've never seen cod liver oil being recommended over purified D3 in gelcap format. I'll do a bit more research just to make sure, though.




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