A formulation of 17 naturally occurring amino acids in their free forms, including 9 essential amino acids, as well as 5-L-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). Contains no L-tryptophan. 5-HTP is in the same metabolic pathway as L-tryptophan, and is the immediate precursor to serotonin and melatonin. This formulation is appropriate for food-sensitive individuals.

Bio-D-Mulsion Forte® from Biotics Research Corporation supplies 2,000 IU per drop of vitamin D3 as a micro-emulsion for enhanced absorption and utilization, which is particularly important for those with malabsorption conditions. Clinical use of Biotics’ micro-emulsified vitamin D provides significant improvements in serum levels of 25-OH-vitamin D following supplementation.

Bio-D-Mulsion Forte™ is an oil-in-water emulsion liquid. Vitamin D oil has been dispersed into microscopic particles to aid absorption and assimilation. There are 750 drops per small bottle (1 fl oz) which offers tremendous value for money for a highly absorbed form of this vital nutrient.

WHY TAKE A VITAMIN D SUPPLEMENT?

For only 6 months of the year in the UK, sunlight provides the UVB rays that are required for activating Vitamin D in the skin. If one is not exposing enough of one’s skin to the UVB rays then a lack of vitamin D is likely, since research shows that a significant proportion of the population are deficient in Vitamin D. Equally, one needs to ensure that one does not burn in the sun due to excessive exposure to sunlight.

Much research has been undertaken on understanding the role of vitamin D within the body over the past 5 or so years. Its benefits are numerous and deficiency is widespread and its safety profile is extremely high. While the importance of vitamin D for musculoskeletal health is well documented, its importance in numerous other aspects of health are now recognized.  They include (but are not limited to) cardiovascular health and immune function.

Therefore the argument to take additional amounts of vitamin D in supplement form is strongly compelling.  

SUPPORTIVE RECOMMENDATIONS

Eat regular meals containing high biological value proteins and consume whole, fresh foods, and minimise all forms of refined sugar and carbohydrates. Drink plenty of fresh water. Chew food well, and relax when eating. Take some form of exercise daily – preferably outside.