Dietary supplement. Supports healthy bones. Contains no sugar, starch, artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, corn, soy, yeast, wheat, gluten, egg, or milk products. Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that helps maintain healthy bones by stimulating the absorption of calcium in the body. The body has the ability to make Vitamin D naturally when exposed to sunlight. During the winter months, however, the body's Vitamin D stores are low, increasing the risk of deficiency. Sunscreens also block the body's ability to make Vitamin D from sunlight. Vitamin D deficiency can contribute to accelerated bone loss and reduced calcium utilization. Our Vitamin D softgels provide a natural source of this important fat-soluble vitamin. (These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.) Potency and purity guaranteed.