Life Extension Low-Dose Vitamin K2 (MK-7) 90 Softgels
Vitamin K facilitates the transport of calcium from the bloodstream into the bone
$13.50
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An abundance of human clinical data reveals that vitamin K plays a critical role in maintaining healthy bone density by facilitating the transport of calcium from the bloodstream into the bone.1 5 Vitamin K is also required by calcium regulating proteins in the arteries. Matrix Gla protein (MGP) is a vitamin K dependent protein and it must be carboxylated to function properly. Poor vitamin K status leads to inactive uncarboxylated MGP (ucMGP) which accumulates at sites of arterial calcification.6 7 Since MGP is a potent local inhibitor of arterial calcification MGP is important in relation to the health of the entire cardiovascular system. Without adequate vitamin K calcium in the blood can bind to the arterial wall resulting in calcification.8 9 As people age even a subclinical vitamin K deficiency can pose risks to the vascular system. Poor vitamin K status also results in increased circulating levels of undercarboxylated osteocalcin that is shown to be associated with increased bone loss in postmenopausal women. Vitamin K facilitates the transport of calcium from the bloodstream into the boneHelps to maintain arterial health and healthy bone densityMore Info and Reviews Manufacturer: Life Extension; Model: 01936; MPN: 01936; Part Number: 01936; UPC: 737870193692; Color: ; Brand: Life Extension; Department: ; Size: 90; Warranty: ; Label: Life Extension; Amazon Sale Rank: 39297;Buy On Amazon
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