Peter Egan

Are vitamin D3 supplements expensive?

Asked by Peter Egan 2 years ago vitamin d3 supplements


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The price of vitamin D3 supplements varies widely depending upon the following factors:
  • The Manufacturer
  • The Vendor (in this case retailer)
  • The Dose of the Supplements
  • The Quantity (the number of actual pills, usually capsules, contained per bottle)
  • The Quality of the Supplements
Some supplements cost more than others, and the difference is usually determined by some combination of the above factors.


The last of the different factors on the list is by far the most important. Most people are deficient in vitamin D, and you don't want to spend your money on a supplement in which all of the good stuff is destroyed during the manufacturing process.

Even high-quality supplements typically cost no more than $30 per bottle.

A very good quality vitamin D3 supplement can be found at Egan Medical for less than $15 per bottle. The dosage is 5,000 IU (international units), and there are 100 capsules in each bottle.

5,000 IU translates into 1,250% of the U.S. Recommended daily value for the nutrient. That said, a growing number of doctors and nutrition experts recommend a higher dose than does the FDA.

As for which dosage is right for you, the only way to find that out is to have a blood test done to determine your nutritional needs, and then let your doctor cater your specific dose to your individual needs. Always check with your doctor before taking any OTC medications, vitamins or supplements.

by Peter Egan 2 years ago