Can you take Bioactive K2 (Menaquinone-7) and Vitamin K2 MK-4 together?
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Taking Bioactive K2 (Menaquinone-7) and Vitamin K2 MK-4 together has a high potential for synergy as both forms of Vitamin K2 play crucial roles in cardiovascular health and bone health, suggesting a rating of 5 out of 5.
Both Menaquinone-7 (MK-7) and MK-4 are forms of Vitamin K2 that contribute to the activation of proteins involved in bone mineralization and cardiovascular health. MK-7 has a longer half-life, providing a more stable increase in serum Vitamin K2 levels, while MK-4 has a more rapid effect. Together, they could potentially offer both immediate and sustained benefits, enhancing the activation of osteocalcin and matrix Gla protein, which are critical for bone health and prevention of arterial calcification, respectively.
Potential Benefits
Bioactive K2 (Menaquinone-7)
Bioactive K2 (Menaquinone-7) is a form of vitamin K2 that plays a crucial role in bone and cardiovascular health by activating proteins that direct calcium to bones and teeth, and away from arteries.
Vitamin K2 MK-4
Vitamin K2 MK-4 is a subtype of vitamin K2, a fat-soluble vitamin necessary for blood clotting and bone health. It is one of the two main forms of vitamin K2, the other being MK-7.