Vitabiotics Osteocare Original is the UK's No.1 calcium formula - a scientifically formulated bone health supplement providing 100% NRV of calcium alongside Vitamin D3, Magnesium, Zinc, and four additional supporting minerals. The 30-tablet pack is designed for daily use in adults of all ages to support the maintenance of normal bones and teeth. The improved formula uses Vitamin D3 from a vegan algal source and is officially approved by both the Vegan Society and Vegetarian Society.
Specs
Product type: Bone health food supplement - swallow tablet (not chewable) Key nutrients: Calcium (100% NRV), Magnesium, Vitamin D3 25mcg (algal-vegan), Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, Boron Vitamin D3 source: Natural algal plant source (vegan) Pack size: 30 tablets (15-day supply at 2 tablets per day) Suitable for: Adults; vegetarians; vegans Not suitable for: Children Diet approvals: Vegan Society approved, Vegetarian Society approved Free from: Gluten, lactose, yeast, preservatives, artificial colorants, drugs, hormones
Benefits
- Calcium Carbonate provides 100% NRV of calcium per daily dose, which is the primary mineral required for normal bone density - adequate daily intake contributes to the bone mineral mass that supports skeletal structure throughout adult life
- Vitamin D3 from a natural algal plant source is the physiologically active form of Vitamin D that the body uses to absorb calcium from the gut - without adequate D3, supplemental calcium cannot be properly utilized, making this combination more effective than calcium alone
- Magnesium Hydroxide contributes directly to bone mineralization and is required for the conversion of Vitamin D into its active form, meaning it supports the entire calcium absorption and utilization chain rather than simply adding to the mineral count
- Zinc supports the collagen matrix that calcium is deposited onto - collagen is the structural protein that gives bone its flexibility and strength alongside its mineral content, so zinc deficiency affects bone integrity even when calcium intake is sufficient
- Four additional minerals - copper, manganese, selenium, and boron - provide targeted support for bone cell function, collagen cross-linking, antioxidant protection for bone tissue, and mineral metabolism regulation that a simpler calcium-only formula does not address
- The clean formulation - free from gluten, lactose, yeast, preservatives, and hormones - makes it suitable for a wide range of dietary requirements, including adults who cannot use many conventional supplements due to food intolerances or dietary preferences
How to use
Take two tablets daily with a main meal, or one tablet twice daily with separate meals. Swallow with water or a cold drink. Do not chew. Do not take on an empty stomach. Do not exceed the recommended intake. Suitable for long-term daily use alongside a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Store below 25 degrees C in a dry place and keep out of reach of children. Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use if under medical supervision, pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to any ingredient.
