This high quality supplement provides 90 µg of Vitamin K2 in the form of Menaquinone-7 or (MK-7) and is free of cis isomers. They are small, easy-to-swallow capsules. Many experts now believe that subclinical vitamin K deficiency, meaning a deficiency not so great that it impedes the blood's ability to clot, could contribute to osteoporosis, and other related diseases. with age.Vitamin K is the generic term for a group of fat-soluble compounds that contain vitamins K1 and K2. Vitamin K1, also known as phylloquinone, is obtained in the diet from green leaves, broccoli, brussels sprouts and vegetable oils such as rapeseed and olive oil, and constitutes 90% of our K intake. Vitamin K2 (a family of menaquinones), is produced in smaller amounts by bacteria in the digestive tract. The last decade has seen increasing interest in the uses of vitamin K. Studies show the importance of a regular intake of vitamin K in order to achieve optimal calcium regulation. Research has confirmed its use in the activation of K-dependent proteins (VDKs), necessary for blood coagulation and other important processes such as bone metabolism, vascular health and the regulation of cell growth and apoptosis. Vitamin K contributes to the normal maintenance of bones and normal blood coagulation. We must point out that in people under treatment with anticoagulants, vitamin K supplementation, or additional supplementation to that found in multinutrient formulas, should be supervised by the health professional. This vitamin was discovered in 1930 by Danish researchers, who observed that chickens Newborns fed a fat-free diet developed bleeding complications. They finally solved the problem with an alfalfa-based compound they named Vitamin K, for Koagulation (in Danish). Our supplier uses an innovative GMP manufacturing standard based on over 100 years of experience to produce Vitamin K2. It took them four years to develop a completely unique and patented method of extracting vitamin K2-7 to achieve the highest concentrations while avoiding adulteration of the product.- Relevant concentration of Vitamin K2 of 90 µg per capsule.- Vitamin K2 as Menaquinone -7 or MK-7. The form of vitamin K that remains the longest in the body, the most bioavailable and active.- Vitamin K2 from fermented chickpeas to avoid the presence of the soy allergen in the final product.- The vitamin K2 used is the only one on the market endorsed by clinical studies.- With sunflower oil, essential for the absorption of Vitamin K2, since it is liposoluble.
