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Vitamin D3 supplement in drop form
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 teaspoon (small) of Vitamin D3 drops (5 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 4.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 56.3 µg of Vitamin D covers 281% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 teaspoon (small) · 4.5 g
40
KCAL / 4.5G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
4.5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.63 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 0 g | 0 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 0.2 g | 1 kcal |
| 10 piece (medium) | 0.3 g | 3 kcal |
| ½ teaspoon (half) | 2.3 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 13.5 g | 119 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 884 kcal |
Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.
Vitamin D3 drops are a manufactured supplement that delivers vitamin D3 in measured liquid doses. They commonly contain a carrier oil, and the amount of vitamin D3 in each drop varies by product.
Take Vitamin D3 drops according to the product’s directions, using the supplied dropper or another method specified on the label. Measure the dose rather than estimating it, since drop strength differs between products.
Taking Vitamin D3 drops with a meal is a practical choice. Vitamin D is fat-soluble, so having it with food that contains some fat may support absorption and can be gentler on the stomach.
The number of Vitamin D3 drops depends on the product’s strength and the dose recommended for you. Check how much vitamin D each drop contains, and do not copy a drop count from a different bottle.
Yes, babies can take vitamin D drops, but the product and dose must be appropriate for the infant. Ask a pediatrician for dosing guidance, and do not use an adult-strength product by simply guessing a smaller amount.
Yes. Taking too many Vitamin D3 drops can raise blood calcium and cause problems such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, unusual thirst, or frequent urination. If an overdose may have happened, contact a healthcare professional.
Vitamin D3 drops can be taken in the morning or at night; there is no established best time for everyone. Taking them consistently with a meal may make them easier to remember and absorb.
Some Vitamin D3 drops can be placed under the tongue, but follow the directions for your specific product. If the label does not describe that method, take the drops as directed rather than assuming it improves absorption.
Yes, Vitamin D3 drops can lose quality over time, and the usable period after opening varies by product. Note the opening date if helpful, follow the bottle’s instructions, and discard the drops after their stated expiry.
No. Vitamin D3 drops provide vitamin D as a supplement, while sunlight contributes to vitamin D production in the skin. Taking drops does not make sun protection unnecessary or mean you should seek excessive sun exposure.
Vitamins
Vitamin D
56.25µg · 281% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 40 calories in 1 teaspoon (small) (4.5 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Vitamin D3 drops are a liquid supplement that provides vitamin D3, often in an oil-based carrier. They are not eaten like a dish: the liquid is measured with the bottle’s dropper and taken directly, or added to food or drink if the product instructions allow it.
Flavour and thickness depend on the carrier, though an oily texture is common. In many places, people take drops with breakfast or another meal as part of their daily routine. The nutrition figures may largely reflect the carrier oil; the product is not a source of protein or carbohydrate. Since formulations and directions differ, follow the label for the amount to use rather than estimating it with a kitchen spoon.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.