Vitamin K2
Also known as: Menaquinone-7 (MK-7)
Partners with D3 to direct calcium to bones, not arteries.
- Clinical dose
- 90–200 mcg MK-7
- Typical label dose
- 90–200 mcg
- Category
- Vitamins & Minerals
- Bone Density
- Heart Health
What it is & how it works
Activates osteocalcin (bone matrix) and matrix-Gla protein (vascular calcification inhibitor).
Dosage
The clinically studied dose is 90–200 mcg MK-7.On labels you'll typically see 90–200 mcg.
What the research shows
Pairs with D3 so the calcium D3 raises ends up in bone, not artery walls, never run D3 without K2.
Studies & citations
Formulas it appears in
- Multivitamin
- Heart Health
D3/K2 combos, multivitamins
Categories
Vitamin K2 FAQ
What is Vitamin K2?
Partners with D3 to direct calcium to bones, not arteries.
How much Vitamin K2 should I take per day?
The clinically studied dose is 90–200 mcg MK-7.
What does Vitamin K2 do?
Pairs with D3 so the calcium D3 raises ends up in bone, not artery walls, never run D3 without K2.
What is Vitamin K2 found in?
D3/K2 combos, multivitamins
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