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Vitamin D3

The “Sunshine” vitamin. But, suffice it to say, you don’t always have the privilege of getting a faceful of sun when you’re in need of a chi hit. This is where a good supplement like our Vitamin D3 formula can come into play!

KEY POINTS FOR EVERYONE

Vitamin D3 is actually a derivative of vitamin D and it is scientifically known as “cholecalciferol.” Our patented formula contains 5,000 IU per softgel. The importance of this is twofold:

First, if you are not getting sun exposure, you are best served getting your D3 from a supplement.

Second, depending on who you are, it can be hard to get vitamin D from foods as there are only a few that contain it, such as eggs and cold-water fish. Some people don’t eat those. You will also see the word “fortified” on the labels of certain foods. This means they’ve had D added to them. Milk, yogurt, cereals and orange juice are the most common.

Here’s some more good news. Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble vitamin. This means it gets stored in your fat cells and stays in your body longer than would a water-soluble vitamin.

AND ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE

Vitamin D just might make you a better athlete by improving muscle recovery after exercise. One study found improved sprint times in soccer players. Another suggested that muscles get stronger with increased Vitamin D intake.

It also keeps your immune system functioning well. That means that Vitamin D-deficient athletes, who often already have weakened immune systems because of training loads, tend be sick more frequently. Sick athletes are not happy athletes. Improving your bone health and your immune health can translate into more high-quality training days.

The other more complicated and less well-understood benefit has to do with muscle function. The vitamin actually operates as a hormone. It regulates processes within your muscular system and keeps inflammation down. People who have Vitamin D deficiencies tend to complain about general muscle soreness. And one study of ballet dancers found that muscle strength and vertical jump improved after a four-month Vitamin D supplement regime.

The body is an amazing specimen, often capable of doing the unthinkable. At least, it can do things that never cease to boggle the mind. Take this, for example. When you are exposed to sunlight, your body naturally releases vitamin D. But today, we avoid the our beloved life giving sun like the plague.

Ever Heard of “SAD?”

But, the sun produces a very important process in the body. The challenge sets in when you live in a predominately cloudy area and do not get adequate sunlight, or avoid it all together. And have you ever heard of Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short?

Well, seriously, in this case it is sad, because the absence of vitamin D can make you sad. This condition often crops up with many people during the winter when the days are shorter and the sun is less prevalent; and it’s simply to address the problem!

Our Vitamin D3 formula can be just what you need to lift your spirits. But in any case, it’s a good idea to get your D3 because of the following benefits:

● Improved heart health
● Boost in mood
● Stronger bones
● Elevated testosterone levels

Take-home message

Evidenced by the benefits listed above, it is in your best interest to take your health seriously. By adding Vitamin D3 to your daily supplement plan, you can hit the ground running, stay focused and feel happy all day, every day. You can’t ask for anything better than that!