AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Bone health, Calcium utilisation, Cardiovascular health, Immune support
Who it may fit
Adults with limited sun exposure or low dietary vitamin K2 intake looking for simple daily bone and cardiovascular support.
Key actives per serving
- Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) from lichen: 125 mcg (5,000 IU) (625% DV)
- Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-7, MK-7): 100 mcg
How to take
Take 1 vegan capsule daily with food and water; taking with a meal that contains some fat may aid absorption of these fat-soluble vitamins.
Diet / Allergen fit
Vegan; Gluten free; Dairy free; Non-GMO
Ingredients explained
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) from lichen
Vitamin D3 is converted to calcitriol, which regulates calcium and phosphorus absorption and supports bone mineralisation and immune function signalling.
Caution: High-dose vitamin D may raise calcium levels; consult a professional if taking other supplements or medicines and monitor serum vitamin D when using long term.
Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-7, MK-7)
MK-7 activates vitamin K–dependent proteins such as osteocalcin and matrix Gla protein, which help direct calcium into bones and away from soft tissues.
Caution: Vitamin K2 may interact with blood-thinning medicines; seek professional advice before use if on anticoagulants.
How they work together
Vitamin D3 increases the production of bone proteins that bind calcium, while MK-7 activates these proteins so they can function effectively. Together they support efficient calcium use by promoting absorption and directing it to bone tissue.
Safety and tips
Label Warning: For adults only. Do not use if you have a renal disorder or if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult a healthcare provider before use if you have a medical condition or take medication, especially blood-thinning medication. Keep your healthcare provider informed to monitor vitamin D blood levels. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Who should be cautious: People on anticoagulants may need to be cautious due to vitamin K content. Those with a history of kidney issues, high calcium levels, or conditions affecting calcium balance should seek medical advice. Given vitamin D3 at 5,000 IU, monitoring of calcium levels may be advisable for those at risk of elevated calcium. If you take medications that may interact with vitamin K, consult a healthcare provider before combining.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
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Omega-3s may support cardiovascular health, and when combined with Vitamin D3 and K2, they may promote overall heart and bone wellness.
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Overview
- Extra Strength
- Bone and immune health
- 2-in-1 formula
- Vegan
- Food supplement
- Contains VitaShine D3™
- Gluten free
- Dairy free
- Non-GMO
Better together! Emerging research suggests that vitamins D3 and K2—two key nutrients for efficient calcium usage in the body—may have an even more beneficial effect when taken together. Swanson Vitamins D3 & K2 offers these heart and skeletal health helpers in a convenient, one-a-day veggie capsule.
Vitamin D helps build strong bones by increasing the body’s absorption of calcium and phosphorus. In supplement form, it is available as ergocalciferol (D2) or cholecalciferol (D3). Studies indicate that D3 may be the more potent and longer-acting form preferred by the body. It goes beyond bones, too, as skeletal health encompasses bones, joints and tissues—caring for these also protects mobility and stability, both important aspects of healthy ageing.
Similarly, vitamin K is found in K1 and K2 forms. K2 is of particular importance for the health of bones and cardiovascular system as it helps direct calcium out of the arteries and to the bones. K2 is made up of a series of menaquinones, of which menaquinone-7 (MK-7) is most efficiently absorbed and bioavailable.
New understanding of the interaction of vitamins D and K suggests that vitamin D enhances the concentration of bone proteins that rely on vitamin K for healthy bone formation and in turn, the essential mineralisation stimulated by vitamin K may be positively impacted by the presence of vitamin D.
Vitamins D3 and K2 show promise specifically for women's health, not only by promoting strong bones and arteries, but also by supporting a positive mood and helping to maintain blood sugar and blood lipid levels already within the normal range.
Swanson Vitamins D3 & K2 provides 125 mcg (5,000 IU) of vegan D3 derived from lichen and 100 mcg soy-free chickpea-sourced K2 as MK-7 in a once-daily veggie cap to help maintain cardiovascular health and promote strong, healthy bones.
Specifications
- First available: 04/2023
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Delivery weight:
0.03 kg
- Product Code: SWV-11804
- UPC: 087614118048
- Package quantity: 60 Count
- Dimensions: 7.1 x 3.8 x 3.8 cm , 0.03 kg
Suggested use
As a dietary supplement, take one vegan capsule per day with food and water.
Other ingredients
Rice flour, vegan capsule (hypromellose), maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose (plant fibre), cornstarch, sucrose, silica.
Warnings
For adults only. Do not take this product if you have a renal disorder or if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you have a medical condition or if you are taking medication, especially blood-thinning medication. Keep your healthcare provider informed while taking this product to monitor vitamin D blood levels. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
Keep out of reach of children. Do not use if the seal is broken. Store in a cool, dry place.
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| Supplement information | ||
| Serving size: one vegan capsule | ||
| Amount per serving | Reference intake % | |
| Vitashine™ Vitamin D3 (vegan cholecalciferol)(from lichen) | 125 mcg | 625% |
| Vitamin K2 [menaquinone-7 (MK-7)] | 100 mcg | * |
| *Reference intake not established. | ||