Life Extension Vitamin K2 MK-7 45mcg 90ct

Description

Life Extension Vitamin K2 as MK-7 delivers 45 mcg of menaquinone-7 per softgel, the most bioavailable and long-acting form of vitamin K2. This essential nutrient plays a crucial role in directing calcium to the bones where it strengthens skeletal structure while keeping it away from arteries and soft tissues where calcium deposits can compromise cardiovascular health.

Key Benefits

• 45 mcg of vitamin K2 as MK-7, the most bioactive and long-lasting form
• Activates osteocalcin to direct calcium into bones for improved mineral density
• Activates matrix GLA protein to prevent arterial calcium deposits
• Supports both skeletal and cardiovascular health through calcium regulation
• Long half-life ensures 24-hour activity from a single daily dose
• 90 softgels for a three-month supply at one softgel daily

Vitamin K2 is fundamentally different from vitamin K1, which is primarily involved in blood clotting. Vitamin K2, particularly the MK-7 form, activates specific proteins that regulate where calcium is deposited in the body. Without adequate K2, calcium can accumulate in arterial walls, heart valves, and other soft tissues instead of being incorporated into bone matrix where it belongs.

The MK-7 form of vitamin K2 offers significant advantages over the MK-4 form. MK-7 has a much longer half-life in the body, remaining biologically active for approximately 72 hours compared to just a few hours for MK-4. This extended activity means a single daily dose provides round-the-clock calcium management support, making consistent supplementation simpler and more effective.

Vitamin K2 activates two key proteins: osteocalcin, which binds calcium to the bone matrix and supports bone mineral density, and matrix GLA protein (MGP), which prevents calcium from depositing in arterial walls and other soft tissues. Together, these activated proteins ensure calcium goes where it is needed and stays away from where it can cause harm.

Life Extension Vitamin K2 MK-7 is ideal for anyone taking calcium or vitamin D supplements who wants to ensure proper calcium utilization, individuals concerned about bone density, those interested in cardiovascular health support, and adults over 50 who want to optimize their calcium metabolism for long-term skeletal and vascular wellness.