Solgar Vitamin K2 100mcg. (Menaquinona 7) 50 capsules

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Each of the capsules provide 100mcg vitamin K2 (MK-7), which plays an important role in cardiovascular and bone health. While K1 has been investigated mainly for bone health rolein, K2 (MK-7) has been shown to play an important role in cardiovascular and bone health. This diversity of uses combined with its superior bioavailability makes it ideal for those looking to supplement their diet with vitamin K Vitamin K actually refers to a group of vitamins with similar structures option. These vitamins are K1 (phylloquinone or known as phytonadione), and vitamin K2 (menaquinone called, or MK). Vitamin K1 is synthesized by plants, vegetables and algae and has low bioavailability. Vitamin K2 is synthesized by bacteria in the gut and has a high bioavailability. Vitamin K2 can be found in foods, particularly cheese and fermented natto (Japanese fermented soybeans). Vitamin K2 is is subdivided into short chain menaquinones (i.e. MK-7 to MK-9). Vitamin K plays a major role in the SYNETHESIS a group of proteins called Gla-protei'nas. Gla brackets for glutamate, gamma-carboxy and these proteins are important in the use of calcium. Vitamin K is therefore important in terms of blood coagulation and greetsd bone, and has more recently been identified as playing a crucial role in arterial health. Here, the deposition of calcium in the blood vessel walls is prevented by the action of protein Gla matrix, which is activated by vitamin K2 Directions for use: As a food supplement for adults, take one (1 ) capsule daily, preferably at mealtime), or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Ingredients: One (1) vegetarian capsule provides: Vitamin K2 (contains soy and milk) ......... 100mg (as menaquinone-7) bulking agent: Dicalcium Phosphate Plant Capsule shell (cellulose hydroxypropylmethyl) Anti-caking agents: vegetable magnesium stearate *, silicon dioxide Cellulose Gum * Made from vegetable stearic acid If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product. CAUTION All forms of vitamin K may interact with medications that thin the blood. If you are taking such medicines please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product. Capsules Solgar Vitamin K2 are free of yeast, wheat and gluten and are formulated without the use of artificial preservatives, flavors orcolors.

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