Vegetarian Cholecalciferol

Vegetarian cholecalciferol is a form of vitamin D3 that is produced without animal products. It is typically made by exposing a plant-derived sterol, such as from lichen or yeast, to ultraviolet (UV) light. This process converts the sterol into vitamin D3.

Manufacturers add vegetarian cholecalciferol to foods and beverages as a source of vitamin D, which is important for bone health and immune function. It is often found in fortified products like energy drinks, plant-based milks, and cereals.

Cholecalciferol is a form of vitamin D, a nutrient essential for human health. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers vitamin D a nutrient for which there is an acceptable level of use in food. Both the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated vitamin D. Typical intakes from fortified foods are generally considered safe and beneficial for most people.