Vitamin K2
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Vitamin K2 provides a significant amount of biologically active vitamin K in the form of menaquinone-7 (MK-7). Beyond blood clotting, the role of vitamin K in relation to osteoporosis is related to calcium utilization. Scientific studies have shown that vitamin K is required for the carboxylation of osteocalcin, a protein secreted by osteoblasts that regulates calcification and bone mineral maturation. Thus, vitamin K plays a crucial role in building and maintaining strong bones.
Vitamin K2 (as MK-7) is more bioactive and has been shown to be more effective than vitamin K1 and other menaquinones. MK-7 demonstrated eight times the half-life of vitamin K1 in a 24-hour serum concentration. Therefore, MK-7 can be administered at a low dose only once a day, usually 1/1000 of a dose of MK-4.
Numerous studies show that long-chain menaquinones, such as MK-7, are more effective in supporting arterial health than vitamin K1 menaquinones.
Douglas Labs' vitamin K2 (as MK-7) is derived from geraniol and farnesol. Geraniol is the main part of rose, palmarosa and lemongrass oils. Farnesol is also present in many essential oils such as lemongrass, sweet rush, rose and musk. This natural form of MK-7 has been extensively tested to determine its molecular nature and bioequivalence to MK-7 from fermented soybeans (natto). This is the all-trans form, ensuring a much higher purity of the only biologically active form.
Adults: Take 1 capsule daily or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Each Capsule Contains: Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-7) .............90 mcg
Non-medicinal ingredients: Cellulose, hypromellose (capsule), calcium citrate, magnesium stearate, silica.
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