Why is Vitamin D Important? According to the National Institute of Health (NIH):
Vitamin D is essential for optimal calcium absorption.
Without vitamin D, bones can be become thin and brittle.
It can be difficult to obtain enough vitamin D from natural food sources and sunlight.
Who Needs Extra Vitamin D? According to the NIH, individuals at increased risk of vitamin D deficiency are:
Adults (50 years and over)
African Americans and others with darker skin
Those with limited exposure to the sun
Those consistently wearing sunscreen SPF 8 or greater
Osteoporosis... Regular exercise and a healthy diet with enough calcium helps teen, middle-aged and older women and men maintain good bone health. While Caucasian and Asian women are at greatest risk, all middle-aged women, those with a family history of the disease, and older men and women are at risk for developing osteoporosis.
Adequate calcium intake is important, but daily intakes above 2000mg are not likely to provide any additional benefits.
These calciums suppluments are wonderful. My bones were kinda aching since I have osteopinia and I have noticed such a difference since taking os cal. They came highly recommended from my doc and I am glad he suggested them. I have had no negative side effects either. I have been taken them for 4 years and my bones feel so much stronger, my docter has said I have actually gained some bone mass to. Highly recommend them!
These calciums suppluments are wonderful. My bones were kinda aching since I have osteopinia and I have noticed such a difference since taking os cal. They came highly recommended from my doc and I am glad he suggested them. I have had no negative side effects either. I have been taken them for 4 years and my bones feel so much stronger, my docter has said I have actually gained some bone mass to. Highly recommend them!
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Worthless Product
This was recommended by our GP for building bone density. We have used NOW brand Calcium and vitamin D with good success for years. Switching to this product brought back the low calcium leg cramps in bed. Obviously this product is not absorbable as are many other calcium products.
This was recommended by our GP for building bone density. We have used NOW brand Calcium and vitamin D with good success for years. Switching to this product brought back the low calcium leg cramps in bed. Obviously this product is not absorbable as are many other calcium products.
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
very good product at a very reasonable price
10/28/2010
5.0
Os Cal Extra D3
By Batya the runner
from New York City
describe yourself Health Conscious, Regular User
Pros
Simple To Take
Cons
Best Uses
Everyday Use
Older People
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
Great product. Coated tablets are easy to swallow.Important to take extra calcium, especially with vitamin D.My doctor recommends it.[...]
9/3/2010
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
1.0
Worthless Product
By James the Retired
from Monticello, IN
describe yourself First Time User
Pros
Cons
Doesn't Work
Best Uses
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
This was recommended by our GP for building bone density. We have used NOW brand Calcium and vitamin D with good success for years. Switching to this product brought back the low calcium leg cramps in bed. Obviously this product is not absorbable as are many other calcium products.
7/23/2010
5.0
Easy on the stomach
By LaPetite
from Fayetteville, AR
describe yourself Health Conscious, Regular User
Pros
Increases Strength
Simple To Take
Cons
Best Uses
Athletes
Everyday Use
Injury Recovery
Older People
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
I take this daily in combination with OS-Cal Ultra. It doesn't upset my stomach at all. I feel stronger and healthier since I started using this as a daily supplement.
12/7/2009
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Excellent
By Deedle
from Houston TX
describe yourself Regular User
Pros
Good Value
Cons
Large pills
Best Uses
Older People
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
Dr. prescribed this med and it is the best price and the right dosageI
10/25/2009
(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
My Wife Insists on It!
By SolarPop
from Albuquerque, NM
describe yourself Health Conscious, Middle Aged Woman, Regular User
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
My wife's doctor recommended she start taking a calcium supplement. My wife doesn't drink milk and consumes other dairy products only intermittently. This relatively large, but easy to swallow tablet with a combination of vitamin D and calcium seems a good dietary supplement for for her.
6/18/2009
5.0
I would buy this product again.
By Prissy
from TN
describe yourself Health Conscious, Regular User
Pros
Good Value
Cons
Best Uses
Everyday Use
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
I take 3 pills a day for my calcium fix.
5/29/2009
(0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
3.0
Too early to tell!
By Ol' Man Mark
from Los Alamos, NM
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
I take as directed--two tablets per day.
6/13/2007
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
These calciums ...
By Anonymous
from Undisclosed
Comments about OS Cal Extra D3, Coated Caplets, 120 ea:
These calciums suppluments are wonderful. My bones were kinda aching since I have osteopinia and I have noticed such a difference since taking os cal. They came highly recommended from my doc and I am glad he suggested them. I have had no negative side effects either. I have been taken them for 4 years and my bones feel so much stronger, my docter has said I have actually gained some bone mass to. Highly recommend them!
Take one tablet, twice a day, with meals, or as recommended by your physician. Can be taken along your multivitamin. Store below 25 C° (77°F). Keep container tightly closed.
