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Is Natural Vitamin D-2 Better Than Synthetic One?
Question: My doctor has prescribed Vitamin D-2 for D deficiency. Have heard Vitamin D-3 better choice as natural vs. synthetic.
Brief Answer:
D3 is superior
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
Yes, studies have shown that vitamin D3 is better absorbed and utilized than D2, may have better efficiency and provides more constant vitamin D levels in blood. Both of these can be found in food and as supplements so if you are able to have vitamin D3, you should use it.
Wish you good health.
Regards
D3 is superior
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome to HCM.
Yes, studies have shown that vitamin D3 is better absorbed and utilized than D2, may have better efficiency and provides more constant vitamin D levels in blood. Both of these can be found in food and as supplements so if you are able to have vitamin D3, you should use it.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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