Vitamin K is an essential vitamin needed for cardiovascular, bone and liver health. Vitamin K2 is more effective than vitamin K1, the form found in plants, for these specific health effects. There are two effective and popular forms of Vitamin K2: namely MK-4 and MK-7. While MK-4 is the active form of vitamin K2 used by the body and has been used clinically in Japan for decades with good results, MK-7 has also been shown to provide good results at low doses in a sustained-release manner.
The most popular, albeit recently highlighted, use for vitamin K2 is for bone health. Vitamin K, along with vitamin D, is essential for proper calcium absorption and usage in the bones. Vitamin K2 also stimulates the synthesis of proteins that regulate bone growth and has been shown to reduce the incidence of osteoporotic fractures and improve bone quality.
Vitamin K2 may also be useful for those at risk of deficiency such as those with a family history of osteoporosis.
AOR uses a vegan, plant-based softgel, never animal gelatin or carrageenan. A great alternative for consumers seeking carrageenan and gelatin-free products. Plus, it’s sustainable and derived entirely from plants.
AOR advantage
AOR’s new Vitamin K2 softgel delivers a balanced 50/50 blend of 60 mcg each of both forms of K2, now in a vegan, carrageenan-free format.
