Vitamin D supplements — South Africa

Sunshine, bottled sensibly

Even in sunny South Africa, office life, sunscreen and winter conspire — vitamin D is one of the few supplements our consultants suggest almost universally, particularly for the over-60s, office workers and anyone dark-skinned or covered outdoors. The shelf runs from everyday 1000 IU tablets to higher-dose D3 for those whose doctor has asked for it.

Dose with a number, not a guess

Vitamin D is the rare supplement where a cheap blood test can replace all guesswork — worth doing before committing to high doses, since D is fat-soluble and stays in the system. It contributes to normal bones, muscles and immune function, and pairs naturally with vitamin K2 and magnesium, which is why you'll find combination formulas here too. Unsure of your dose? Ask the counter — free on WhatsApp — or your GP with a test result in hand.