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Vitamin D3 Gummies UK: 20µg D3 in Every Daily Pouch
Vitamin D3 gummies are the easiest way to follow the NHS advice on vitamin D without adding another tablet to your day. In GUUDIES, vitamin D3 comes in the Daily Greens+ gummy, one of six gummies in the daily pouch, at 20µg (800 IU) of cholecalciferol per day. That is double the 10µg the NHS suggests and well under the 100µg adult upper limit.
How much vitamin D3 is in each daily pouch
| Nutrient | Per serving | In IU |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) | 20µg | 800 IU |
What vitamin D does
Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, teeth and muscle function, to the normal absorption and use of calcium and phosphorus, and to the normal function of the immune system. Those are the authorised health claims for vitamin D on the Great Britain nutrition and health claims register, and they are the only claims we make for it.
Why the UK needs vitamin D in winter
Most of our vitamin D is made in the skin from sunlight. In the UK, from about October to early March, the sun is not strong enough for this. That is why the NHS advises everyone to consider a daily 10µg vitamin D supplement in autumn and winter, and some people to consider it all year: anyone who is rarely outdoors, lives in a care home, usually covers most of their skin outside, or has dark skin.
D3 rather than D2
Supplements use either vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) or D2 (ergocalciferol). A 2012 meta-analysis of randomised trials found D3 raised blood vitamin D levels more effectively than D2 (Tripkovic et al., 2012). D3 is also the form your skin makes from sunlight. We use D3.
Vitamin D3 gummies vs tablets vs sprays
| Gummy | Tablet or capsule | Oral spray | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How you take it | Chew, no water | Swallow with water | Spray in the mouth |
| Dose per serving | Fixed per gummy | Fixed per tablet | Depends on sprays used |
| Things to check | Sugar and gelatine | Tablet size | Sprays per dose |
What matters most is the dose in micrograms, the form (D3 or D2) and whether you actually take it every day. Format is personal preference.
Who vitamin D3 gummies suit
Adults who want vitamin D as part of a broader daily routine rather than a single-nutrient tablet. If vitamin D is the only thing you want, a standalone vitamin D3 supplement is the simpler, cheaper choice. If your GP has prescribed vitamin D, follow their advice and check with them before adding anything else.
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Vitamin D3 comes in the Daily Greens+ gummy, one of six in the daily pouch.
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How to take it
One pouch a day, all six gummies together, with or after a meal. Vitamin D is fat soluble, so it is absorbed better alongside food. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Safe upper limit
Vitamin D is stored in the body, so more is not better. The NHS says adults should not take more than 100µg (4,000 IU) a day. Add up every product you take, including any separate vitamin D supplement or other multivitamin, before combining them.
Format and suitability
The Daily Greens+ gummy is pectin based with no gelatine, and vegan. It is low in sugar; see the label for the exact amount. Formulated for adults aged 18 and over. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking prescription medication, check with your GP first, particularly as Daily Greens+ also contains vitamin A. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Five of the six GUUDIES gummies are vegan; Marine Collagen contains fish.
Where vitamin D comes from in food
Oily fish, egg yolks, red meat and liver, plus fortified foods such as many breakfast cereals and plant milks. Few foods contain much naturally, which is why supplements come up at all.
Common questions
How much vitamin D3 is in GUUDIES?
20µg (800 IU) of vitamin D3 per daily pouch, in the Daily Greens+ gummy.
Is 20µg of vitamin D too much?
No. It is double the NHS daily amount of 10µg and well under the 100µg (4,000 IU) adult upper limit. Count any other vitamin D you take.
Is it D3 or D2?
D3, cholecalciferol, the form your skin makes from sunlight.
Do vitamin D3 gummies work as well as tablets?
The dose and form matter more than the format. A gummy that gives the amount on the label works in the same way as a tablet.
When should I take vitamin D3 gummies?
With a meal, at whatever time you will remember every day.
Do I need vitamin D in summer?
The NHS advises everyone to consider it from October to early March, and some groups all year. Ask your GP about your own situation.
What is 20µg in IU?
800 IU. 1µg of vitamin D equals 40 IU.
Related reading
- Vitamin D gummies UK: dose, D3 vs D2 and how to choose
- How much vitamin D should I take?
- Vegan vitamin D gummies
- Vitamin D deficiency symptoms
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