{"product_id":"pillar-performance-vitamin-d3","title":"Pillar Performance Vitamin D3","description":"\u003cp\u003eVITAMIN D3 is designed to deliver potent nutritional support for maintaining a strong and healthy skeletal system. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormulated with a high dose of cholecalciferol (vitamin D3), it promotes optimal immune function, aids muscle recovery, and enhances the absorption of calcium and other essential nutrients. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVITAMIN D3 is especially beneficial when training conditions limit adequate sun exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eThe Benefits\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-strength vitamin D3 1000IU per capsule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports bone health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport bone mineralisation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin D helps calcium absorption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan assist in maintaining healthy muscle function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e90 soft gel capsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eIngredients \u0026amp; Dietary\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree from gluten, dairy, nuts, egg and sugar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains soy-derived substances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains sulphites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/pillarperformance.shop\/cdn\/shop\/files\/AU_VITD90_SFP_1.png?v=1757914163\u0026amp;width=780\" alt=\"VITAMIN D3\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eTesting Certificate\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVITAMIN D3 is Informed Sport Certified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo obtain the relevant Batch Certificate for this product, head to our\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pillarperformance.shop\/pages\/certificate-library\" title=\"https:\/\/pillarperformance.shop\/pages\/certificate-library\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBatch Certificate Library\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand search for your product’s batch number to find the corresponding certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is vitamin D considered a hormone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVitamin D is not technically a vitamin but a hormone. When ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation from the sun reaches the skin’s epidermis, the body initiates the production of vitamin D, specifically vitamin D3. This distinction helps explain its vital role in numerous biological functions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes vitamin D support immune function?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eResearch has shown a strong correlation between low vitamin D levels and increased susceptibility to infections. Vitamin D plays a crucial role in modulating both innate and adaptive immune responses. This also explains why seasonal changes impact immune function. Cold weather itself doesn’t directly cause an increase in illnesses like influenza, rather, shorter days and reduced sunlight exposure lead to lower vitamin D levels, making the body more vulnerable to infections.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes vitamin D help with calcium absorption?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVitamin D deficiency has been linked to a higher risk of muscle and bone-related conditions, including osteopenia, osteoporosis, and muscle weakness. This is because vitamin D works synergistically to enhance calcium absorption, which is essential for maintaining strong bones and muscles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get enough vitamin D from sunlight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhile sunlight is a primary source of vitamin D, consistent exposure isn’t always feasible, especially for individuals living in areas with seasonal weather changes or those who spend most of their time indoors. Factors such as age, gender, body composition, and skin tone also influence vitamin D production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I take vitamin D for optimal performance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSince vitamin D is fat-soluble, it’s best absorbed when taken with a meal containing healthy fats. Given its role in calcium absorption, pairing it with calcium in the morning is ideal. 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