Vitamin K-2 90c by Dr. Mercola – Bone Health Support with Vitamin K2
Vitamin K2 capsules from Dr. Mercola provide 180 mcg of vitamin K2 per capsule for adults seeking focused nutritional support for bone health. Vitamin K-2 90c features MenaQ7®, a chickpea-derived source of menaquinone-7, rather than a combination of calcium and vitamin D.
This 90-capsule formula supplies a specific form of vitamin K without adding a separate calcium dose. That distinction matters when you already obtain calcium through food or another supplement and want to consider vitamin K on its own. The formula is soy free, and the suggested serving is one capsule daily with a meal.
Key Vitamin K-2 90c Benefits
- Supports bone health by supplying vitamin K2, a nutrient needed to activate proteins involved in maintaining the mineral-containing framework of bone.
- Contributes to normal calcium metabolism through vitamin K-dependent proteins that help the body handle calcium within its normal physiological processes.
- Supports normal vitamin K-dependent protein activity, including the activation of proteins involved in healthy blood clotting.
How Vitamin K-2 90c Works
Vitamin K helps the body complete an activation step for certain proteins. One of these is osteocalcin, a protein made by bone-building cells. Once activated, osteocalcin can bind calcium within the bone matrix. Vitamin K2 therefore contributes to the way bone uses minerals; it does not supply the minerals themselves.
MK-7 is the abbreviated name for menaquinone-7, the vitamin K2 form in this product. Calcium, vitamin D and vitamin K have different nutritional roles, so a K2 capsule is not interchangeable with a calcium supplement or a vitamin D supplement. Consider your existing intake when choosing a focused formula.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Vitamin K2: Helps activate vitamin K-dependent proteins, including osteocalcin in bone and matrix Gla protein in other tissues. This activation enables these proteins to bind calcium, supporting normal mineral handling. Its role complements adequate calcium intake rather than replacing calcium in a bone-support routine.
Vitamin K-2 90c Is Formulated For
- Adults considering a single-nutrient vitamin K2 supplement as part of their bone-focused nutritional routine.
- People comparing chickpea-derived MK-7 options who want a soy-free formula with 180 mcg per capsule.
- Adults who want to assess vitamin K intake separately from their calcium and vitamin D intake, with appropriate medication review.
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 and Dr. Mercola collections.
Recommendation: Adults, as a dietary supplement, take one (1) capsule daily with a meal.
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 90
Vitamin K₂ (as Menaquinone-7 [MK-7, from Chickpea])^ ... 180 mcg *
*Daily Value not established.
^MenaQ7® is a registered trademark of NattoPharma, Norway.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Glycerol Monostearate, Capsule (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose), Ascorbyl Palmitate, Rosemary Leaf Extract.
Does Not Contain: Soy free
Additional precautions: Vitamin K can interfere with warfarin and related vitamin K antagonists. Do not start this supplement or change your vitamin K intake without guidance from your prescribing clinician.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vitamin K-2 90c
What are the benefits of Vitamin K-2 90c?
Vitamin K-2 90c supplies 180 mcg of vitamin K2 as MK-7 per capsule to support normal vitamin K-dependent protein activity. This includes the activation of osteocalcin, which helps bind calcium in bone. The formula is designed for focused vitamin K2 intake rather than supplying a broad range of bone nutrients. It contains neither a separate calcium dose nor vitamin D, so it complements rather than replaces attention to those nutrients in your diet.
Who should take Vitamin K-2 90c?
This Dr. Mercola formula is labeled for adults and may suit someone seeking a soy-free, chickpea-derived MK-7 supplement. Each serving is one capsule, providing 180 mcg of vitamin K2. It is especially important to review this choice with your physician if you use medication that affects blood clotting. The label also directs people who are pregnant, nursing or have a blood coagulation or other medical condition to consult their physician before taking the product.
Are there any side effects of taking Vitamin K-2 90c?
Vitamin K2 can interfere with warfarin and related vitamin K antagonists; discuss any supplement or intake change with your prescriber. The label states: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT USE IF SAFETY SEAL IS BROKEN. IF YOU ARE NURSING, PREGNANT, HAVE A BLOOD COAGULATION OR OTHER MEDICAL CONDITION, OR ARE TAKING MEDICATION SUCH AS ANTICOAGULANTS CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN BEFORE TAKING THIS PRODUCT. Stop use and seek medical advice if you develop an unexpected reaction after taking a capsule.
How does Vitamin K-2 90c support overall health?
Vitamin K contributes to normal blood clotting and to the activation of proteins involved in calcium handling. Vitamin K-2 90c provides the menaquinone-7 form, also called MK-7, in a focused daily capsule. Its nutritional role is distinct from calcium, which supplies a mineral building block, and vitamin D, which supports calcium absorption. Keeping these roles separate helps you evaluate what your routine actually needs without assuming that one bone-support nutrient can replace the others.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
