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It is hormone-like, known to interact with over 200 different genes, and plays a crucial regulatory role as a metabolic activator for a multitude of metabolic processes. It acts as a “molecular switch” by influencing the expression of multiple genes. Therefore activated vitamin D not only influences bone health, but is involved in supporting the function of the immune system, cardiovascular system, respiratory system and the musculoskeletal system.*\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy should I take Doctor’s Best Vitamin D3?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile best known for its role in helping absorption of calcium, Vitamin D3 has numerous benefits. Over the last several years research has focused on critical functions of this vitamin and the role it plays in most organs and systems of the body. 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