Vitamin D otherwise known as the sunshine vitamin helps to support normal immune system function, which can help lower the risk of contracting a cold or flu. It also plays a vital role in the process of cell division.Vitamin D also plays a role in the normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and helps maintain normal bones and teeth. Low levels of vitamin D can increase your risk of Osteoporosis.Exposure to sunlight allows our bodies to naturally produce Vitamin D, but when there is a lack of sun, especially during the winter months, these levels can drop, leaving your immune system weakened to attack from cold and flu. Supplementing your diet with Vitamin D can aid your immunity when you need it the most.Government guidance suggests that most if not all people in the UK should consider a vitamin D supplement during the winter months.These tablets could also be beneficial to those working indoors during the day or people who are housebound and unable to get into their garden. You mayy have also been advised by your GP to take low dose vitamin D long term if you have previously suffered with low vitamin D.Free from sugar, gluten, yeast, artificial flavours, colours and preservatives.This food supplement should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle.Made in Great Britain.