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Vegan Vitamin D (ergacalciferol) - Plant Derived Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol)
- Vegan Society Certified
Doctors have recently found that the majority of those who live in cool climates-whether omnivore, vegetarian or vegan- are vitamin D deficient.All this is in spite of the fact that some fish contain vitamin Dand milk, cheese and ice cream are fortified with Vitamin D for those who follow an omnivore or vegetarian diet. For vegans rules are the same. Peoplewho do notget adequate sun exposure or Vitamin D fortified foodsare at the risk of developing Vitamin D deficiencyunless they supplement.* Vitamin D deficiency classically causes rickets and osteomalacia (thin bones) and is more common in children who are vitamin D deficient. Prolonged breastfeeding is a cause of rickets in some children who don't get enough vitamin D in their breast milk. Excessive use of sunscreens can cause vitamin D deficiency. In adults, vitamin D deficiency can cause bone weakness and boney pain.* Those who are especially encouraged to supplement with vegan vitamin D include those greater than age 50 that are at increased risk of developing vitamin D deficiency. People with limited sun exposure should also consider supplementation, especially if they are homebound and live in Northern Latitudes. People with dark skin don't get enough Vitamin D in their system. Those with fat malabsorption need to be supplemented with vitamin D and other fat soluble vitamins. Those who are obese and have a BMI greater than 30 often are vitamin D deficient and should supplement with vitamin D.* Vitamin D is used to support those with osteoporosis, those with fragile bones and an increased risk of bone fractures. Insufficient vitamin D can contribute to osteoporosis by reducing calcium absorption. Vitamin D also plays a role in cancer prevention, especially in colon, prostate and breast cancers. The data are strongest for breast and prost
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