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What do IU, mg & mcg mean?

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What do IU, mg & mcg mean?

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Many of our ingredients are listed with notations. We understand that our customers need to be able to understand what they’re getting, so here’s what those notations mean. mg = milligram 1000 mg = 1 gram mcg = microgram 1000 mcg = 1 milligram IU = international unit – This measurement is used for the fat-soluble vitamins – Vitamin A, Vitamin D and Vitamin E. The measurement of IU is not easily compared to milligrams, since it depends on the particular substance.

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