Numerous clinical trials confirm that vitamin K plays a vital role in maintaining healthy bone structure since it facilitates the transfer of calcium from the bloodstream to the bones. Vitamin K is also essential for regulating proteins that depend on calcium in the arteries. When there is a deficiency of vitamin K calcium circulating in the blood may cling to the artery walls leading to arteriosclerosis.
People of an advanced ageare at a greater need for vitamin K as even a small decrease in itslevels can pose risks to the vascular system. In addition, the lack of vitamin K can lead to increased levels of undercarboxylated osteocalcin a process that has been associated with decreasing bone mass in women after menopause.
Humans receive most of their vitamin Kfrom green vegetables in the form of Vitamin K1. The problem is that K1 is tightly bound to plant fiber and onlya small fraction of it is absorbed bythe blood. Vitamin K2 is found in meat, eggs and dairy, while it is also made by friendly bacteria in the gut. Studies have shown that vitamin K2 has up to ten times higher bioavailability than K1. K1 for exampleis metabolized by the liver within eight hours of intake, whereas measurable levels of K2 can still be found even 72 hours after intake.
Latest surveys have shown that the types of MK-4 and MK-7 of vitamin K2 are the most effective and can be immediately absorbed by the body. MK-7 remains bioavailable in the body for a longer time, while the MK-4 causes an immediate increase of vitamin Kin the blood. Vitamin K1 is found in vegetables and is necessary for the body but even more important is the provision of the two types of K2. Life Extension’s Super K formula provides the necessary amount of Vitamin K1 and types MK-4 and MK-7 of vitamin K2 with only one capsule daily. The advantage of this formula is that it provides optimal levels MK-7 that is sufficient over a for 24 hours period for our body.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 softgel
Amount Per Serving
- Vitamin C (as Ascorbyl palmitate) 10 mg
- Vitamin K activity 2700 mcg
- Vitamin K1 (as phytonadione) 1500 mcg
- Vitamin K2 (as menaquinone-4) 1000 mcg
- Vitamin K2 (as menaquinone-7) 200 mcg
Other ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, gelatin, glycerin, beeswax, purified water, carob color.
WARNING
-If you are taking anti-coagulants or anti-platelet medications or have a bleeding disorder consult your healthcare provider before taking this product. -Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. -Food supplements should not be used as a substitute to a balanced diet. -Keep away from small children. -This product is not intended for the prevention, treatment or cure of human disease. -Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breast-feeding, taking any medication or have any health problems.
Notification number of the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) 2457/13-1-2015..The notification number in the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) does not serve as a distribution permit from the European Medicines Agency (EMEA)
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