Vitamins - D - Optimal Absorption

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Optimal Absorption

Substances that may destroy or limit absorption of vitamin D include mineral oil, prescription drugs, and smog.

The following is a list of United States 1997-1998 Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI): Adequate Intakes (AI) for nutritional vitamin D intake and are included as a guideline only. Consult with your nutritionist, naturopath, or other health practitioner for a dosage appropriate for your needs. Children under 6 years of age should be under the supervision of the above mentioned specialists if directly supplementing with vitamin D.

NOTE:  (1mcg = 40 IU)
 

Infants

  • 0 - 5 months,  5mcg
  • 6 - 11 months,  5mcg
  • Children

  • 1 - 3,  5mcg
  • 4 - 8,  5mcg
  • Males

  • 9 - 13,  5mcg
  • 14 - 18,  5mcg
  • 19 - 30,  5mcg
  • 31 - 50,  5mcg
  • 51 - 70,  10mcg
  • > 70,  15mcg
  • Females

  • 9 - 13,  5mcg
  • 14 - 18,  5mcg
  • 19 - 30,  5mcg
  • 31 - 50,  5mcg
  • 51 - 70,  10mcg
  • > 70,  15mcg
  • Pregnancy

  • Use the value listed for women of comparable age.
  • Lactation

  • Use the value listed for women of comparable age.
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