Canada’s Favourite Vitamin D brand launches Vegan Vitamin D 2500 IU! Prairie Naturals Vegan Vitamin D 2500IU is extracted from sustainable plant-based source of Vitamin D3 derived from lichen and D2 from organic mushrooms that is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians.
Vitamin D plays an important role in maintaining healthy bones and teeth by regulating the levels of calcium and phosphorus in the bloodstream. Both regular vitamin D3 and vegan vitamin D, when taken in appropriate doses, can help prevent a lack of vitamin D and the development of osteomalacia.
D3 from Lichen – A sustainable plant-based source of Vitamin D3 derived from lichen that is suitable for both vegans and vegetarians. Lichens are a unique group of plant like organisms consisting of a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and algae. Lichens are found all around us, growing on sides of trees, on rocks, etc. In order for lichens to protect themselves from harmful sun damage, they naturally produce Vitamin D as a protective mechanism. Lichen-based Vitamin D3 is known for being free from toxins and other contaminants. It is the same natural form of D3 that our body produces to protect our cells when exposed to sunlight, making this a highly absorbable source of vitamin D3.
D2 from Organic Mushroom (Dried Agaricus bisporus) – Mushrooms are the only fruit or vegetable that naturally contain vitamin D. They have the potential to be the only non-animal, unfortified primary source of vitamin D for vegans and vegetarians that can provide a substantial amount of bioavailable vitamin D2. Our Vitamin D2 is sourced from organic and non-GMO high vitamin D mushroom powders that is considered a whole food with no carriers or additives.
Health Benefits
Medicinal ingredients: Each V-Capsule contains:
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol)……50 mcg (2000 IU)
Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol) …… 12.5 mcg (500 IU)
Non-medicinal ingredients: Hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate.
Cautions & Warnings: 15-20 mcg (600-800 IU) of vitamin D per day is an adequate quantity for most individuals. Consult a health care practitioner/health care provider to determine if you would benefit from additional vitamin D before taking this product. Consult a health care practitioner/health care provider prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have kidney disorders, if you take any prescription medications including antacids, anticonvulsants, digoxin, cholestyramine, colestipol, mineral oil, steroids, statins or thiazide diuretics, if you take other vitamin D supplements, multivitamin supplements containing vitamin D, or products containing vitamin D analogues or if you take any prescription medications including thiazide diuretics.
Contra-Indications: Do not use this product if you have hypercalcemia and/or hypercalciuria.
Known Adverse Reactions: Stop use and consult a health care practitioner if the following early symptoms of hypercalcemia occur: weakness, fatigue, drowsiness, headache, lack of appetite, dry mouth, metallic taste, nausea, vomiting, vertigo, ringing in the ears, lack of coordination and muscle weakness or if you develop any other symptom.
Recommended Use or Purpose: Vitamin D intake, when combined with sufficient calcium, a healthy diet, and regular exercise, may reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. Helps to prevent vitamin D deficiency.
Recommended Dose (Adults): 1 capsule a day with food. To be taken with an adequate intake of calcium.
