Vitamin D3

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Common questions

Is Vitamin D3 healthy?

Vitamin D3 scores 68/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This Vitamin D3 supplement contains cholecalciferol, a highly bioavailable form of Vitamin D, which is beneficial for bone health and immune function.

How processed is Vitamin D3?

Vitamin D3 is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Vitamin D3's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Cellulose Gel; Cholecalciferol; Coating agents (stabilizers (E1209, polyvinyl alcohol), anti-clumping agents) count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Vitamin D3

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68 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Vitamins and Minerals
Summary

This Vitamin D3 supplement contains cholecalciferol, a highly bioavailable form of Vitamin D, which is beneficial for bone health and immune function. However, the presence of multiple coating agents and anti-clumping agents slightly detracts from its overall formulation quality. While these additives are not harmful, they indicate a moderate level of processing compared to more minimally formulated supplements.

Key ingredients 3

Cholecalciferol
Very Good

Cholecalciferol is a highly bioavailable form of vitamin D3, essential for supporting bone health and immune function.

Cellulose Gel
Good

Used as bulking agent. Cellulose gel is a natural, plant-based fiber that helps form the capsule and is generally safe for most consumers.

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Coating agents (stabilizers (E1209, polyvinyl alcohol), anti-clumping agents)
Good

These coating agents help ensure the capsule's stability and ease of swallowing without introducing harmful substances.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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