What it is
VitamoreD is a vegan Vitamin D3 supplement in the form of calcifediol, the pre active form of vitamin D, supplied as easy swallow tablets. Calcifediol (also known as calcidiol or 25-hydroxy D3) is the next step after cholecalciferol in the body's conversion process and is closer to the active form the body needs, called calcitriol.
How it helps
Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) is the form of vitamin D the body naturally produces when exposed to sunlight and is commonly found in many supplements. Before the body can use it, cholecalciferol must be converted into calcifediol in the liver – a process that can be slow and inefficient for some people.
Calcifediol bypasses the liver and circulates in the blood, ready for conversion. Because it goes directly to the kidneys, lower dosages are needed to achieve optimal vitamin D levels. Vitamin D is important for maintaining healthy bones and teeth and for supporting the immune system.
Benefits
- Pre active form of vitamin D – up to five times better absorbed by the body
- Helps the body store vitamin D for extended periods
- Three point two times more potent than generic Vitamin D3 as cholecalciferol
- Bypasses the liver and circulates in the blood, ready for conversion
- Take less, absorb more
- Easy swallow tablets
- Vegan, with no animal products, additives or unnecessary ingredients
Ingredients
Contains 10 mcg (UK: 2000 IU / USA: 1200 IU) Dyna-Cal 25-OH Vitamin D3 (Calcifediol).
Vitamin D3 as Calcifediol, Cellulose, Magnesium salt of fatty acids (sourced from vegetables).
Coating: Hydroxypropylmethyl Cellulose (HPMC) and Ethyl Citrate for stability, integrity and improved absorption.
Per pouch: 600 mcg – thirty day supply.
Made from natural sunshine enriched desmesterol, with no animal products, additives or unnecessary ingredients. Suitable for those following a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle.
A note on potency
Each country interprets the research on the potency of calcifediol differently. Vitamin D potency is defined in International Units (IU). Research has shown that calcifediol can be between three point two and five times more potent than cholecalciferol due to how it works and activates in the body.
In the UK and EU: 10 mcg Calcifediol = 2000 IU
In the USA: 10 mcg Calcifediol = 1200 IU
Important information
How to take
Take two tablets daily with or without food.
Pack size
One pouch provides a thirty day supply.
Batch testing
Third party batch tested in our UK laboratory: download the latest batch certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is calcifediol different from cholecalciferol?
Cholecalciferol requires conversion in the liver to become usable as vitamin D, while calcifediol is the next step in this conversion process and is closer to the active form your body needs, called calcitriol.
Oral calcifediol results in a more rapid increase in serum 25OHD compared to cholecalciferol. It is also more potent because it bypasses the liver and goes directly to the kidneys, meaning lower dosages are needed to achieve optimal vitamin D levels.
Is calcifediol safe to take?
Calcifediol is used to increase the active form of vitamin D, which is important for maintaining healthy bones and teeth and supporting the immune system. Please check with your healthcare practitioner before use if you have a medical condition, are taking medication, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Can I take Vitamin K2 with VitamoreD?
Yes, you can take Vitamin K2 with VitamoreD. For those with a K2 deficiency, studies suggest that it may be useful to support heart and bone health when taken in combination with your daily dose of VitamoreD.
Is there research on calcifediol?
Yes. Research supports calcifediol for improving vitamin D levels compared to traditional cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3). Key studies include:
PMID: 29713796
PMID: 28187226
PMID: 34101900
PMID: 34862422
PMID: 35565910
Is VitamoreD vegan?
Yes. VitamoreD is vegan. It is made from natural sunshine enriched desmesterol, with no animal products, additives or unnecessary ingredients, making it suitable for those following a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle.
Disclaimer
Our products and services do not diagnose, treat or cure any illness or disease, and do not replace medical advice from your doctor or practitioner. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. Information on this website is for educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking prescribed medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting any new supplement.