MK-7 90 mcg by Jarrow Formulas – Bone Health Vitamin K2 Support
MK-7 90 mcg softgels by Jarrow Formulas provide vitamin K2 in the menaquinone-7 form for adults seeking focused nutritional support. This vitamin K2 supplement supplies 90 mcg per softgel, with MK-7 made through fermentation by Bacillus subtilis subsp. natto.
The formula supports bone health through vitamin K's role in activating proteins involved in bone metabolism. Vitamin K-dependent proteins are also present in blood vessel walls, connecting this nutrient to normal cardiovascular health. The softgel contains bovine gelatin, so it is not a vegetarian option. Available bottle sizes contain 60 or 120 softgels, with the same 90 mcg strength per serving.
Key MK-7 90 mcg Benefits
- Supports normal bone metabolism by supplying vitamin K2 for proteins involved in maintaining bone tissue.
- Helps activate osteocalcin, a calcium-binding protein that participates in the normal mineralization of bone.
- Contributes to vitamin K-dependent protein activity, including proteins present in blood vessel walls and cartilage.
- Provides vitamin K for normal blood clotting, an essential nutritional function requiring careful medication review.
How MK-7 90 mcg Works
Vitamin K helps an enzyme activate specific proteins through a process called carboxylation. In everyday terms, this gives those proteins the ability to bind calcium. Osteocalcin is one example in bone; matrix Gla protein is another vitamin K-dependent protein found in tissues including blood vessel walls and cartilage.
Calcium metabolism involves more than calcium intake alone. Calcium supplies mineral, while vitamin K helps certain proteins function. MK-7 is not a calcium supplement and does not supply vitamin D. Its focused composition lets adults consider vitamin K separately from a broader bone-support formula, without assuming it replaces other nutrients.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Vitamin K2 (as MK-7 [Menaquinone-7]): Supports the activation of calcium-binding proteins, including osteocalcin in bone. This vitamin K2 form contributes to the nutrient-dependent processes that help maintain normal bone tissue. It also supplies vitamin K needed for normal clotting, which is why anticoagulant use requires professional guidance before supplementation.
MK-7 90 mcg Is Formulated For
- Adults looking for targeted vitamin K nutrition in a once-daily softgel rather than a multi-ingredient mineral formula.
- Adults comparing a 90 mcg MK-7 option with their current supplements, dietary intake, and healthcare professional's recommendations.
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Recommendation: Adults take 1 softgel once a day or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Servings Per Container: 60-softgel bottle: 60; 120-softgel bottle: 120.
Vitamin K2 (as MK-7 [Menaquinone-7]) ... 90 mcg †
† Daily Value (DV) not established.
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Other Ingredients: Medium chain triglycerides (modified coconut oil), softgel (bovine gelatin, glycerin, water, organic caramel [color]) and olive oil.
Does Not Contain: No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, peanuts/tree nuts or sesame.
Storage: STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
Do not use if safety seal is damaged or missing.
Additional precautions: Vitamin K can interfere with warfarin and similar anticoagulants; do not change vitamin K intake without your prescriber's guidance. Antibiotics, bile acid sequestrants such as cholestyramine or colestipol, and orlistat can affect vitamin K status or absorption. Discuss these medications with your healthcare professional before use.
Frequently Asked Questions About MK-7 90 mcg
What are the benefits of MK-7 90 mcg?
MK-7 90 mcg provides vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7 to support normal bone metabolism. Vitamin K helps activate osteocalcin and other calcium-binding proteins involved in bone tissue maintenance. Each softgel supplies 90 mcg of K2 without added calcium or vitamin D. This is a focused vitamin K option, not a complete bone-health nutrient blend. Its nutritional role complements, rather than replaces, adequate dietary calcium and other essentials.
Who should take MK-7 90 mcg?
This Jarrow Formulas product is intended for adults considering a once-daily vitamin K2 softgel. It can suit someone who wants to evaluate MK-7 separately from a combined calcium or vitamin D formula. The softgel contains bovine gelatin, making it unsuitable for a vegetarian routine. Pregnancy, nursing, use under age 18, medication use, or a medical condition require consultation with a healthcare professional before use, as specified on the label.
Are there any side effects of taking MK-7 90 mcg?
WARNING: Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, are taking medication (especially anticoagulants [e.g. Warfarin/Coumadin]) or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use. Vitamin K can interfere with warfarin and similar anticoagulants; do not change intake without prescriber guidance. Antibiotics, bile acid sequestrants, and orlistat can affect vitamin K status or absorption. Keep out of children's reach; do not use if the safety seal is damaged or missing.
How does MK-7 90 mcg support overall health?
Vitamin K supports normal blood clotting and the activation of proteins involved in bone metabolism. MK-7 supplies this nutrient as a vitamin K2 form, rather than as the K1 commonly found in leafy greens. The distinction identifies the nutrient form; it does not mean food sources are unnecessary. Review all sources of vitamin K, especially if you take an anticoagulant, and follow the labeled adult direction of one softgel once daily unless professionally directed otherwise.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
