Vitacost Oyster Shell Calcium Description

Great alternative to synthetic calcium supplements! Naturally sourced calcium from oyster shells, plus vitamin D to support bone health and more.*

What is Vitacost Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D3?

Vitacost Oyster Shell Calcium is a combination formula supplying natural calcium from oyster shells, plus vitamin D, in a single, convenient tablet.

While many calcium supplements contain synthetic calcium or calcium derived from limestone, Vitacost Oyster Shell Calcium is a unique, natural source featuring calcium carbonate from finely ground oyster shells. It also provides 31% of the Daily Value for vitamin D as vitamin D3, a preferred form that’s identical to the type naturally produced by the body when exposed to UV sunlight.

How do calcium and vitamin D support health?

• Calcium is an essential ingredient of bone that must be constantly replenished*
• Calcium is known to support the proper function of muscles and nerves*
• Vitamin D is important for the proper absorption of calcium*
• Vitamin D is important for maintaining healthy bones, joints, heart and mood*
• Vitamin D supports the proper functioning of the nervous and immune system*
• Vitamin D contributes to healthy levels of phosphorus in the body*
• Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake throughout life, as part of a well-balanced diet, may reduce the risk of osteoporosis  by slowing the rate of bone loss for people with a family history of the disease, post-menopausal women and elderly men and women

Why choose Vitacost Oyster Shell Calcium with Vitamin D?

• Provides a natural source of calcium from oyster shells
• Features vitamin D as vitamin D3, a preferred from
• Supplies 500 mg of calcium, plus 125 IU of vitamin D3, in a single tablet
• Contains 100 servings per bottle
• Exceptional quality at an extraordinary value

About Vitacost
Vitacost nutritional products are manufactured to high standards of quality, efficacy and safety. Each Vitacost product meets or exceeds the standards and requirements set forth in the FDA’s Code of Federal Regulation (21 CFR, 111) Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP).

*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.