Vitamin K2 100mcg

Natural Factors Vitamin K2 100mcg

Natural Factors Vitamin K2 100mcg is a dietary supplement that provides vitamin K2, a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in bone health, cardiovascular health, and proper calcium metabolism.

Key Benefits of Vitamin K2:

1. Bone Health:

   • Vitamin K2 is essential for activating proteins like osteocalcin, which helps bind calcium to the bone matrix. This contributes to stronger bones and helps reduce the risk of fractures, particularly as people age.

2. Cardiovascular Health:

   • Vitamin K2 helps regulate calcium in the blood vessels by activating matrix Gla-protein (MGP), which helps prevent calcium from depositing in the arteries and soft tissues. This action can support healthy blood vessel function and reduce the risk of arterial calcification.

3. Calcium Metabolism:

   • Vitamin K2 works in conjunction with vitamin D to ensure that calcium is properly utilized in the body. While vitamin D helps absorb calcium from food, vitamin K2 ensures that the calcium is directed to the bones and teeth instead of accumulating in soft tissues like arteries and kidneys.

4. Dental Health:

   • Similar to its role in bones, vitamin K2 can support dental health by helping to mineralize the teeth, reducing the risk of tooth decay and promoting overall oral health.

      

Forms of Vitamin K2:

• MK-7 (Menaquinone-7) is the most common form of vitamin K2 found in supplements and is often derived from fermented foods like natto (fermented soybeans). MK-7 has a longer half-life in the body, meaning it stays active longer, providing more sustained benefits.

Suggested Dosage:

The typical dose of Natural Factors Vitamin K2 100mcg is one softgel per day, providing 100mcg of MK-7. This dose is generally considered effective for supporting bone and cardiovascular health

Ingredients:

Vitamin K2 (as MK-7), Sunflower Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water, Natural Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol)