MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t by Protocol for Life – Bone Health Vitamin K2 Support
MK-7 Vitamin K2 tablets by Protocol for Life provide a focused vitamin K2 supplement in a smaller round tablet. Each tablet supplies vitamin K2 160 mcg as menaquinone-7 (MK-7), the form identified on the label as MenaQ7.
This 60-tablet formula is designed for people who want vitamin K2 without a combined calcium or vitamin D supplement. Its single functional ingredient supports vitamin K-dependent processes involved in maintaining normal bones. The labeled vegetarian/vegan formulation also suits people selecting supplements around those dietary preferences. Choosing a separate K2 product allows its place in an existing supplement routine to be considered individually rather than automatically adding more calcium or vitamin D.
Key MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t Benefits
- Supports bone health through vitamin K-dependent activation of proteins involved in the normal handling of minerals within bone tissue.
- Provides vitamin K2 for the activation of calcium-binding proteins, including osteocalcin, as part of everyday bone maintenance.
- Contributes to normal blood clotting, an essential vitamin K function that also makes anticoagulant medication review important before supplementation.
How MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t Works
Vitamin K2 helps an enzyme activate certain proteins so they can bind calcium. In bone, one of these proteins is osteocalcin, which participates in mineral regulation. This role is different from supplying the calcium itself: MK-7 is a vitamin, not a mineral replacement. Calcium intake and vitamin K-dependent protein activity are distinct parts of normal bone physiology.
Vitamin K also supports the activation of matrix Gla protein, a protein present in blood vessel walls and other tissues. These normal physiological roles explain why K2 is relevant to both skeletal and vascular nutrition. They do not mean that taking this tablet removes calcium deposits or replaces individualized cardiovascular care.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Vitamin K2: Supports the activation of osteocalcin and other vitamin K-dependent proteins. By helping these proteins bind calcium, it contributes to normal mineral handling in bone. This formula supplies the MK-7 form, rather than vitamin K1, for targeted K2 supplementation without additional active nutrients.
MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t Is Formulated For
- Adults considering a separate MK-7 supplement within a bone-focused nutrition routine.
- People seeking a vegetarian/vegan tablet with one functional ingredient rather than a multi-nutrient bone formula.
- Individuals whose healthcare practitioner has reviewed their vitamin K intake and any medications that affect it.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Vitamin D and K, Cardiovascular Supplements, and Protocol For Life Supplements and Vitamins collections.
Recommendation: Take 1 tablet 1 to 2 times daily.
Serving Size: 1 Tablet
Servings Per Container: 60
Vitamin K2 (as Menaquinone-7) (MK-7) (MenaQ7®) ... 160 mcg**
** Daily Value not established.
MenaQ7® is a registered trademark of NattoPharma ASA, Norway. Patents granted and pending.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid (vegetable source) and Silicon Dioxide.
Does Not Contain: Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients.
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Natural color variation may occur in this product.
Frequently Asked Questions About MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t
What are the benefits of MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t?
MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t supplies vitamin K2 for normal bone-related protein activity and blood clotting. Its MK-7 form helps activate proteins such as osteocalcin, which participates in calcium handling within bone tissue. Each tablet provides 160 mcg of K2, without additional calcium or vitamin D as active ingredients. This makes it a focused option when you and your practitioner want to consider K2 separately from other nutrients in a bone-support routine.
Who should take MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t?
This formula is an option for adults considering a separate vitamin K2 supplement, including those who prefer a vegetarian/vegan tablet. It contains one functional ingredient, MK-7, rather than a broad mineral or multivitamin blend. Whether it fits your routine depends on your current vitamin K intake and medication use. If you take warfarin or another anti-coagulant, the label specifically directs you to consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
Are there any side effects of taking MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t?
Vitamin K2 can interact with anticoagulant therapy. If you are taking warfarin or other anti-coagulant medications, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product. Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. Keep vitamin K intake consistent if you use warfarin; do not change it without prescriber guidance. Antibiotics can affect vitamin K status, while bile acid sequestrants and orlistat can reduce absorption. Review these medications with your practitioner, and report any unexpected reaction.
How does MK-7 Vitamin K2 160mcg 60t support overall health?
Vitamin K2 contributes to normal physiology by helping activate proteins that require vitamin K to work properly. These include proteins involved in blood clotting and mineral regulation in bone and other tissues. MK-7 is one form of K2; it does not supply the minerals that make up bone. Consider this tablet alongside your food choices and other supplements, rather than as a replacement for calcium-containing foods, vitamin D assessment, or a personalized bone-health plan.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
