Osteocalcin is a calcium binding protein in the blood that acts as a
biochemical marker for bone formation. Serum osteocalcin is measured
via a lab test, typically ordered for women past menopause.
Osteocalcin relies on vitamins D3 and K2, specifically in the form of MK4
or MK7. These nutrients support healthy bone metabolism via their
supportive relationship with osteocalcin and calcium.
K2 supports vitamin D with calcium uptake safely guiding it to bone.
Vitamin K2 is available through limited food options, such as grass-fed
animal products and fermented foods. However, the typical Western
diet lacks foods that provide adequate levels, so deficiency is more
common than most physicians realize. Because K2 isn’t stored in the
body like other lipid soluble vitamins, it requires daily dosing for optimal
bone metabolism.
K2 is available in supplement form as MK4 and MK7. MK4 is less ideal
because it has a short half-life, so therefore requires multiple doses
throughout the day. MK7 is the more bioavailable and active form of K2
which can be dosed once daily, making it the superior form of vitamin K2.
- Supports osteocalcin activity, arterial health, optimal calcium metabolism and bone health.
- Contains the most MK7 per capsule (500 mcg) currently available.
- Easy one per day dosing.
- K2 and Vitamin D3 work hand in hand to support osteocalcin activity.
- K2 as MK7 supports arterial health.
- Provides balanced vitamin A, D3 and K2 doses for optimal calcium metabolism.
- Boron and magnesium support optimal bone health.