Navigator Vitamin D3 10000 IU - 180 Softgel Capsules (high dose, dietary supplement)

Navigator Vitamin D3 10 000 IU - 180 Softgel Capsules

This variant of Navigator contains only vitamin D3, in a completely different structure than the hard capsules from the same family. In one softgel capsule, the manufacturer declares 250 µg of cholecalciferol, which is 10 000 IU of vitamin D3. The carrier is soybean oil, and the coating is made of beef gelatin with glycerol and water. This is a classic softgel capsule that is swallowed whole.

Cholecalciferol is derived from lanolin, which is fat from sheep’s wool. The package contains 180 capsules in a 150 ml bottle. The manufacturer declares no sugar, lactose, gluten, starch, wheat, corn, dairy, artificial preservatives and colorants, or magnesium stearate, and soybean oil is a legitimate ingredient in the formulation. Store the capsules in a cool, dry place, out of reach of small children.

The capsules should be swallowed whole and should not be chewed or pierced - the oil inside is not intended to be squeezed out.

Ingredients

The content declared by the manufacturer in one softgel capsule:

• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol from lanolin) - 250 µg, which is 10 000 IU (5000% RWS)
• Soybean oil - carrier of the active ingredient
• Capsule coating: beef gelatin, glycerol, water

Three items on the ingredient list is not much, so each carries real information about the product. Cholecalciferol is fat-soluble and therefore sits in oil in the softgel, and the manufacturer used soybean oil here, which is worth noting if you avoid soy.

The coating is made of beef gelatin, not plant material, so this variant is not suitable for people on a vegetarian or vegan diet and differs fundamentally from the hard capsules with a cellulose coating in the same family of products. Glycerol acts as a plasticizer, keeping the coating flexible, and water is a residual part of the gel mass. Cholecalciferol is the only active ingredient here: it is a single-ingredient preparation in an oily carrier.

The manufacturer also notes that the capsules and their contents have not been irradiated.

Specification

How to use

The manufacturer states that a serving consists of one capsule taken with a meal.

• Serving: 1 capsule
• Take with a meal
• Drink with water, do not chew the capsules
• Frequency - according to the label on your package
• Do not exceed the recommended daily serving

For whom

This version is for adults who care about pure vitamin D3, without additives, and who prefer a soft capsule over a hard one. Softgel capsules are smaller and slippery, making them easier for many people to swallow than hard capsules, and the oil inside corresponds to the nature of the ingredient, which is fat-soluble. Check two things before purchasing. The coating is made of beef gelatin, so this variant is not suitable for a vegetarian or vegan diet.

The carrier is soybean oil, so if you avoid soy, you might prefer hard capsules with a cellulose coating from the same family. The product is intended for adults. Pregnant and breastfeeding women and those taking medications regularly should consult a doctor before starting supplementation.

If you do not have a current 25(OH)D blood test result, start with that - the manufacturer recommends this exact order of actions, and it is worth discussing the result with a doctor or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

What is the capsule coating made of?

It is made of beef gelatin, glycerol, and water. This is a standard construction of a softgel capsule. This means that the product contains animal-derived material and is not suitable for people on a vegetarian or vegan diet. If you are looking for a plant-based coating, check the hard capsule variants of the same brand with hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.

Does the product contain soy?

Yes, the carrier of the active ingredient is soybean oil, and the manufacturer lists it in the ingredients. Check the allergen declaration on the packaging - that is binding here. If you avoid soy in any form or have an allergy to it, consider this information important and consult your choice of product with a doctor.

How does this variant differ from the version with vitamin K2?

In composition and structure. This preparation contains only cholecalciferol in a softgel capsule made of beef gelatin. Variants with menaquinone-7 are hard capsules with a plant coating, in which, in addition to vitamin D3, you will also find vitamin K2. The declared content of vitamin D3 in the capsule is the same in both cases.

How to store softgel capsules?

In a cool, dry place, out of reach of small children, in the original and tightly closed bottle. Softgel capsules are sensitive to heat and moisture - at high temperatures, they can stick together, and in moisture, they can soften. A kitchen cabinet away from the stove works better than a windowsill or a shelf in the bathroom.

Variants and category

This same Navigator preparation is also sold in a larger package. The formulation with added vitamin K2 MK-7 and a plant coating has combined variants, also in a backup version for longer use. We have gathered the full offer of supplements in the Supplements category.

Related articles

More context on the blog: why vitamin D3 is combined with K2 and how to dose them and what menaquinone MK-7 is, and the relationship between vitamin D3 and mood in autumn is described in the ranking of supplements for seasonal mood drops.

Safety and storage

The product is a dietary supplement intended for adults and is not a medical product. The manufacturer recommends that before starting supplementation, a 25(OH)D blood test be performed and the result discussed with a doctor or pharmacist - with such a concentrated dose of vitamin D3, this is a sensible order of actions. Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women and those taking medications regularly, including anticoagulants, should consult the use of the preparation with a doctor. Store in a cool, dry place, out of reach of small children. Keep the package out of reach of small children and do not use after the expiration date.

Do not exceed the recommended daily serving. The dietary supplement does not replace a varied diet or a healthy lifestyle.

Do you have questions about the ingredients or dosage? Write or call - at u Bucha we advise before the purchase, not after it.