Vitamin D Zooki 3000iu Vitamin D3 + 100µg Vitamin K2 Liposomal Liquid Sachets

Vitamin D Zooki is a liposomal liquid food supplement providing 3000iu of vegan vitamin D3 plus 100µg of vitamin K2 per sachet, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).

Key facts

Who it is for

• Adults topping up vitamin D over the autumn and winter months, when sunlight on the skin is limited
• People who spend most of the day indoors and get little direct sun exposure
• Vegans and vegetarians who want a vitamin D3 from lichen rather than from sheep's wool
• Adults who want vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 combined in a single daily sachet
• People who prefer a liquid liposomal format over tablets, capsules or oily drops

Not suitable for: children without medical advice; people taking warfarin or other vitamin-K-sensitive anticoagulants must speak to their GP or pharmacist first, because vitamin K can affect how these medicines work; anyone with high blood calcium, kidney disease or sarcoidosis should take vitamin D only on medical advice; during pregnancy or breastfeeding, take only the level advised by your midwife, GP or pharmacist.

How to use

1. Take one sachet daily.
2. Enjoy it straight from the sachet, or mix it into a cold drink, smoothie or yoghurt.
3. Do not add to hot food or drinks and do not freeze the sachets, as heat and freezing can destabilise the lipid emulsion.
4. Take consistently as part of your daily routine, ideally with a meal that contains some fat to support absorption.
5. Do not exceed one sachet per day unless advised by a healthcare professional.

Frequently asked questions

What does vitamin D do?

Under the EU/UK Register of Health Claims, vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system and to the maintenance of normal bones and normal muscle function. The body makes most of its vitamin D from sunlight on the skin, which is harder during autumn and winter.

Why is vitamin K2 included alongside vitamin D3?

Vitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bones under the EU/UK Register of Health Claims, which is why it is commonly combined with vitamin D3 in a single bone-support supplement. Each serving provides 100µg of vitamin K2.

Should I take a vitamin D supplement in the UK?

Public health advice in the UK is that adults consider taking a daily vitamin D supplement, particularly during the autumn and winter when sunlight is limited. People who are indoors most of the day or who cover their skin may benefit year-round. See the NHS link below for current guidance.

Is this vitamin D3 vegan?

Yes. Most vitamin D3 is sourced from sheep's wool, but Vitamin D Zooki uses vitamin D3 from lichen (algae), making it suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Can I take it with my other medicines?

Vitamin K can interact with warfarin and other anticoagulant medicines, so check with your GP or pharmacist before taking this product if you are on a blood thinner. If you take any prescription medication, are under medical care, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, check before starting.

Safety & storage

• Food supplement — not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
• Do not exceed the recommended daily intake of one sachet.
• If you take warfarin or another anticoagulant, or have high blood calcium, kidney disease or sarcoidosis, take only on medical advice.
• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or under medical care, check with your pharmacist or GP before use.
• Store in a cool, dry place out of reach of children. Do not freeze. Use before the printed expiry date.

References

• Zooki — manufacturer site
• NHS — Vitamin D

This product is a food supplement and is not a medicine. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. If you take anticoagulant medication, are pregnant, breastfeeding, or under medical care, consult your pharmacist or GP before use.