Looking after your bones, heart and immune system? This dynamic duo of vitamin D3 and K2 works together to make sure calcium gets where it's needed most. Micro Ingredients brings you a potent, easy to swallow softgel with a base of virgin coconut oil for optimal absorption. Each bottle gives you 300 servings — a solid 10-month supply for daily use.
Key Health Benefits
Bone Health & Teeth Support: Vitamin D3 helps your body absorb calcium, while vitamin K2 directs it to bones and teeth. Together, they help maintain strong, dense bones and healthy teeth.*
Immune Function: Vitamin D3 is well-known for supporting normal immune function. Keeping your levels up may help your immune system handle seasonal challenges.*
Heart Health: Vitamin K2 activates matrix GLA protein (MGP), which helps keep calcium from building up in artery walls. This supports arterial flexibility and long-term cardiovascular health.*
Joint Health: By promoting proper calcium use in bone and cartilage, the D3+K2 combo may help keep your joints comfortable and mobile.*
What to Look For in a D3 + K2 Supplement
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Form of K2: Choose MK-7 (menaquinone-7) — it stays active in the body much longer than MK-4, so one dose a day is plenty. Micro Ingredients uses premium MK-7.
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Dosage Ratio: A common effective ratio is 5,000 IU of D3 to 100 mcg of K2. That's a strong D3 dose with enough K2 to activate calcium-directing proteins.
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Delivery Vehicle: Fat-soluble vitamins need fat for absorption. These softgels contain virgin coconut oil as a carrier, making the nutrients more bioavailable.
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Purity & Testing: Look for third-party testing and Non-GM certification. Micro Ingredients is free from soy, dairy, gluten, preservatives, and artificial flavours.
Understanding the Synergy: How D3 and K2 Work Together
The synergy between D3 and K2 is rooted in their complementary roles. Vitamin D3 stimulates the production of calcium-binding proteins in the gut, helping move calcium into your bloodstream. Vitamin K2 then activates osteocalcin (for binding calcium to bone) and matrix GLA protein (MGP), which helps stop calcium from depositing in blood vessel walls.
Without enough K2, the calcium mobilised by D3 can stay circulating instead of being used where it's needed. That's why the combination is so important for long-term bone strength and arterial flexibility. The MK-7 form used here has a longer half-life than MK-4, giving you more sustained activation of these proteins.
Micro Ingredients enhances absorption by including virgin coconut oil as a carrier. Since D and K are fat-soluble, a healthy fat source like coconut oil helps ensure your body can actually use them. Each softgel delivers D3 and K2 in a base of pure virgin coconut oil.
Why Take Vitamin D3 and K2 Together?
Vitamin D3 and K2 are two essential fat-soluble nutrients that work together to manage your body's calcium traffic. D3 boosts calcium absorption from your gut, and K2 directs that calcium to your bones and teeth — away from soft tissues like arteries. This partnership makes the combination far more effective than either nutrient alone.
Many people take D3 without K2, but emerging research suggests that without enough K2, the calcium absorbed thanks to D3 may not be properly utilised. Taking both together helps ensure calcium supports strong bones and a healthy cardiovascular system. Micro Ingredients combines 5,000 IU of vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) with 100 mcg of vitamin K2 (as MK-7) in one convenient softgel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to take vitamin D3 and K2?
Since these vitamins are fat-soluble, take them with a meal that contains healthy fats for best absorption. Many people take them with breakfast or lunch. The coconut oil in the softgels already provides some fat, but taking with food enhances it further.
Can I take vitamin D3 and K2 if I am on blood thinners?
If you are taking anticoagulant medications like warfarin (Coumadin), talk to your doctor before taking vitamin K2, as it may interfere with the medication. K2 is generally safe for most people, but medical advise is essential.
Is MK-7 safe for long-term use?
Yes, MK-7 is widely studied and considered safe for long-term supplementation at doses up to 100 mcg per day. Always follow the recommended dosage and consult your healthcare professional for personalised advise.
Recommended Dosage
Adults take one (1) softgel daily with a meal, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Each softgel provides 5,000 IU of vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) and 100 mcg of vitamin K2 (as menaquinone-7). Do not exceed the recommended dose. Keep out of reach of children.
*This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent any disease. Always read the label and follow directions for use.