NatureWise Vegan Vitamin D3 5000iu (125 mcg) D3 from Lichen - Supports Immune, Muscle, Bone Health - High Absorption with Organic Cold-Pressed Olive Oil - Non-GMO - 60 Softgels[2-Month Supply] Review
Our verdict
NatureWise's vegan Vitamin D3 softgels deliver 5000 IU sourced from lichen rather than the more common animal derived lanolin, carried in organic cold pressed olive oil. It holds a 4.7 star rating, though its review count of 227 is on the smaller side.
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Vegan or plant based shoppers who specifically want vitamin D3, rather than the plant sourced D2, in a softgel with an oil based carrier.
Skip if
You do not need a vegan source of D3 and are comfortable with lanolin derived vitamin D3, which is typically less expensive.
- Form Softgel
- Count 60 Count
- Flavor Unflavored
- Type Vitamin D3
- Diet Gluten Free
- Benefits Bone Health Support
- Priced 10% above the category median ($14.49 across 136 tracked models)
Pros
- Vegan sourced vitamin D3 from lichen, not just D2
- Carried in organic cold pressed olive oil
- Strong 4.7 star rating
- 60 count bottle covers a 2 month supply
Cons
- Review count of 227 is smaller than many competing listings
- Costs more than typical lanolin derived D3 softgels
- Softgel format is not an option for buyers who want liquids or gummies
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 227 owner ratings
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Popularity0.3/5
227 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home health monitors: bathroom scales, blood pressure monitors, pregnancy and ovulation tests, thermometers, body composition monitors, stethoscopes, glucose monitors and pulse oximeters we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['NatureWise sources the vitamin D3 in this softgel from lichen instead of the more common lanolin, which lets the product carry a vegan label while still delivering D3 rather than D2. Each softgel provides 5000 IU (125 mcg), carried in organic cold pressed olive oil, in a 60 count bottle sized as a 2 month supply.', 'At about 16 dollars, this sits in the mid range for vitamin D3 softgels, and the gluten free, wheat free formulation adds another layer of dietary consideration beyond the vegan sourcing.', 'The product holds a strong 4.7 star rating, with an estimated 800 units bought in the past month, though its review count of 227 is smaller than several other products in this set. A smaller review pool means the average is based on fewer opinions, so it is worth reading a handful of recent reviews directly.']
Specifications
| Form | Softgel |
|---|---|
| Count | 60 Count |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Type | Vitamin D3 |
| Diet | Gluten Free |
| Benefits | Bone Health Support |
| Allergens | Gluten Free, Wheat Free |
Performance notes
This softgel is notable for using lichen as its vitamin D3 source, an alternative to the lanolin most D3 supplements rely on, which allows the product to carry a vegan claim while still providing D3 rather than D2. The organic cold pressed olive oil carrier and gluten free, wheat free formulation round out a product aimed at buyers with specific dietary requirements.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star rating and an estimated 800 units bought in the past month point to a well regarded product, though the 227 review count is on the lower end for this comparison. That smaller sample means the rating, while high, rests on fewer data points than some alternatives.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is lichen used as the vitamin D3 source in this product?
Most vitamin D3 supplements are derived from lanolin, an animal byproduct, which does not fit a vegan diet. NatureWise markets this formula as using lichen instead, allowing it to carry a vegan label while still providing D3. This is a sourcing claim, not a medical statement.
How long does one bottle of 60 softgels last?
The listing describes the 60 count bottle as a 2 month supply, which points to one softgel per day. Confirm the suggested serving on the current label before starting.
Is a 227 review count enough to judge this product?
It is a smaller sample than some competing vitamin D3 products in this category, though the 4.7 star average across those reviews is still a positive signal. Reading a mix of recent reviews can help fill in details a star rating alone does not capture.