Vitamin D3 (100,000 IU/g) — from Lichen Extract

With-Meal Capsule: For ≈500–1000 IU D3, use ≈5–10 mg powder (100,000 IU/g = 100 IU per mg). Take with a meal that includes oils.

Sachet To-Go: Pack ≈5–10 mg sticks (≈500–1000 IU) for a tidy daily habit; mix into smoothies or milk alternatives.

Gummies: To deliver ≈400–800 IU per 4 g gummy, use ≈4–8 mg powder (≈0.1–0.2% w/w); pilot flavour/acid balance.

Smoothie Add-In: 5–10 mg into a breakfast smoothie with nut/seed fats helps practical dispersion.

Stack Idea: Pair with a steady K-vitamin routine; add one change at a time and track adherence.

Vegan D-Vitamin Source: Lichen-derived D3 suits plant-forward, clean-label builds.

Predictable IU Math: 100,000 IU/g simplifies micro-dosing for capsules and gummies.

Format-Friendly: Neutral taste and fine texture work across capsules, gummies, sachets and smoothies.

Routine-Ready: Fits food-first, with-meal habits without stimulants.

Serving Size: 1 capsule or scoop (≈ 5–10 mg powder ≈ 500–1000 IU Vitamin D3)

Ingredients: Vitamin D3 (100,000 IU/g) Extract Powder (from lichen)

Does Not Contain: Added sugar, caffeine, artificial colours

Allergen Information: Vegan; gluten-free; dairy-free. Lichen-derived; review if sensitive to lichens/fungi-associated materials.

Usage Recommendation: Take ≈5–10 mg once daily with meals. If stacking with other actives, add one change at a time and space ~90 minutes from medications as a routine practice.

Storage Advice: Store cool, dry & dark. Keep tightly sealed away from direct sunlight.

Keep Away From Children

Q: How do I place vegan Vitamin D3 (100,000 IU/g) into a simple daily routine?

A: Keep it tied to the same mealtime and include some dietary fats for practical dispersion. Because this powder supplies 100 IU per mg, most formulators start with 5–10 mg to deliver around 500–1000 IU and keep everything else steady—hydration, meal timing, sleep, and steps—so the impact of this single change is easy to see. Hold the serving for two to four weeks before adjusting. If you plan to stack later, add only one variable at a time and document your workflow; consistency beats tinkering and helps you evaluate results honestly over real-world days.

Claim strength: Emerging

Claim-strength scale – High = multiple human studies; Moderate = a few trials; Emerging = early lab data.

Q: What’s the practical difference between lichen-derived D3 and lanolin-based D3 for formulation?

A: Lichen-derived D3 provides cholecalciferol within a vegan, plant-associated matrix and a clean-label source story, while lanolin-based D3 is widely used and highly potent but animal-derived. Your choice should follow the build and audience: capsules favour compact precision and may use very small serving sizes; gummies and sachets favour ease and habit adherence. Whichever route you pick, standardize timing with meals that include some fats, record pilot variables (acids, flavours, dispersion), and avoid frequent product switches that blur evaluation and complicate SOPs during scale-up and stability checks.

Claim strength: Moderate

Q: How do I set gummy strength without overcomplicating the formula?

A: Decide the per-gummy D3 target first—say 400 or 800 IU—then back-calculate powder using 100 IU per mg: ≈4 mg or ≈8 mg in a 4 g pectin gummy (≈0.1–0.2% w/w). Keep acids and flavours consistent, disperse thoroughly to avoid hot spots, and document every batch variable. Store cool and dark; heat, oxygen, and light can degrade D-vitamins. Run a small stability check (taste, colour, assay) before scaling, then lock your SOP once the pilot meets targets for taste, texture, label-uniformity, and shipping resilience across your expected temperature and humidity range.

Claim strength: Emerging

Q: Can I stack D3 with K2 or magnesium without overcomplicating things?

A: Yes—start with one anchor habit first: 5–10 mg D3 powder at a consistent meal for two to four weeks. If adding K2 or magnesium later, keep timing and portions steady and separate new changes by at least a week so you can attribute any differences. Leave ~90 minutes from medications as a general routine practice, record adherence daily, and prioritize a routine that fits busy days, not ideal days. Adjust gradually rather than chasing higher totals; your goal is durability and clear evaluation over time, not rapid iteration that clouds your read.

Claim strength: Emerging