I have been using this Sports Research K2 MK7 for 3 years daily since it has added coconut oil for better absorption and is made from fermented chickpeas and not natto without all the fillers of other brands as well. I see that it no longer contains carrageenan since 2/2017 as some other old reviews mentioned. My dentist is going to go out of business if I keep using it as I've had far less plaque and no cavities and far less time in the cleaning chair. Hopefully my arteries arent clogged as much with calcium deposits anymore as well.
Magnesium converts vitamin D into its active form so that it can help calcium absorption. Magnesium also stimulates the release of the hormone calcitonin, which helps to preserve bone structure and draws calcium out of the blood and soft tissues back into the bones where it is needed to build healthy bone structure. Vitamin K is what activates the calcitonin and matrix Gla protein to help improve bone mineralization. Vitamin K is like the ignition that turns the machine on - shielding the body from excess calcium. Once turned on, matrix Gla protein grabs calcium. The majority of Americans are vitamin K deficient, especially in the menaquinone (K2) variety which is found in foods such as natto (fermented soybeans) that are not eaten regularly in an American diet. Menaquinone-7, or MK-7, is the most biologically active and available form of vitamin K2 and Sports Research is the one I use for the supplementation. As you increase the dose of Vitamin K2 above 100, the activation of calcitonin increases in line with the dosage.
One of the simplest ways to explain vitamin K2's importance is to say it has two crucial functions having to do with cardiovascular health and bone restoration. It helps prevent osteoporosis and hardening of the arteries. It directs calcium to places like your bones to make them stronger, and your teeth to help prevent cavities. It also prevents calcium from going to the wrong areas, such as to your kidneys, where it could lead to kidney stones, or your blood vessels, where it could lead to heart disease.
A few other less known benefits:
Optimizing sexual function by increasing testosterone and fertility in men, and decreasing androgens, the male hormones, in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS)
Creating insulin to stabilize your blood sugar (keeping your system sensitive to maintaining correct amounts), protecting against diabetes and helping to prevent metabolic problems associated with obesity
Suppressing genes that can promote cancer while strengthening genes that promote healthy cells
Enhancing your ability to utilize energy as you exercise improving overall performance
A study in Rotterdam involving 4,809 Dutch adults determined that those with the highest vitamin K2 intake had fewer heart attacks, a lower aortic calcification risk and the lowest death rate, altogether.
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This product removed plaque from my arteries. Two years ago I experienced a burning sensation in my chest. It was midnight and the wife and I had just watched a movie on TV and were preparing for bed. My age is 78 years old. My wife drove me to the emergency room of our local hospital. The doctor had been a cardiac nurse at the same hospital and recognized the symptoms as a possible blockage of my heart arteries. She sent me up to the Cardio ward and the next morning I was taken into the Catheterization Lab. The surgeon went into my heart via a vessel in my arm. Injecting dye he could see a major blockage in the LAD artery. The one called the 'Widow Maker." Calcium and cholesterol plaque had created an area of inflammation beneath the plaque and the inflammation (think of a pimple or a cyst) had erupted and the gunk from the infection was almost totally blocking the blood flow in my LAD artery. If you look up the symptoms of LAD blockage you will find the usual first symptom is 'SUDDEN DEATH.' I was one lucky guy. Thank God for my astute ER Doctor. Only the strong pulse with every beat of my heart was forcing blood by the blockage. The doctor was amazed and told me I was lucky to be alive. He installed two stents to force the gunk into the artery wall. He explained he would prescribe medication that would wash the gunk out of the artery and I would continue my life. He also noted that two other major arteries were blocked he estimated 60% and 65%. He said he couldn't install stents there until the blockage reached 75% or until one of the two caused a heart attack. That bothered me. I asked what I could do to reduce the plaque, he said there was nothing I could do to reduce the plaque but taking a Statin drug and living a healthy life would prevent the blockage from increasing.
Not satisfied with that answer I went on a search of the internet and found a lot of information. YouTube was the number one source. There I found cardiologist who were not practicing consensus medicine dictated by the drug companies. Many recommended Vitamin K2 mk7, others recommended All Natural Vitamin C. I decided to try both. A friend recommended I obtain a calcium score. When I asked my cardiologist for a Calcium Score prescription he told me I was wasting my money. The Catheterization Xray film was proof my Calcium Score would be extremely high. After taking the two supplements for 6 months I asked my cardiologist again for a prescription. This time he gave me one, but with the caution that to expect an extremely high score. I went in for the procedure and two days later my cardiologist called. He said he had my score. I asked was it extremely high? He said no. But, he said it was elevated. My score was 940. Extremely high would have been above 2,000. He would not credit either supplement with my success. He doubted the accuracy of the Calcium Score but could not remember when he had ever doubted the results in the past.
Today, my friend who is the same age and shares a similar life style came by. His Calcium Score two years ago was a little above 3,500. He had also taken the two supplements for 8 months. Today he got the results of a recent Calcium Score. he was down to 2,200, a 25% reduction in arterial plaque. A cause for celebration and continuing taking this Natural Vitamin C and this Vitamin K2 mk7 with Vitamin D.
I tested as being severely Vitamin D deficient after years of trying to figure out why I was in so much pain, and was prescribed 50,000 iu of D3 a week in order to get my levels up from 5 ng/ml to at least 70 ng/ml, within 90 days. My rheumatologist suggested I take my D3 with K2, and so I ordered Vitamin K2 MK-7 with MenaQ7 and coconut oil, and my levels went to 65 ng/ml within the first 30 days. My doctor was surprised at how fast my levels rose and accredited this efficiency to the quality of D3 and K2 that I am taking.
The main issues that’s I was experiencing was all over pain in my joints and muscles, to extreme fatigue, and lethargy. After the first 30 days, I am full of energy and pain free for the first time in years. Vitamin D3 and K2 really do work.
I take 100 mcg of Vitamin K2 and 10,000 iu of Vitamin D3 daily because i don't get much sun on average. D3 and K2 work extremely well together for many reasons but my primary interest in taking them is the aforementioned lack of sun exposure during the year as well as for depression and healthy blood sugar levels. One year ago i was diagnosed with type II diabetes, but have managed to virtually reverse it through dietary changes and proper supplementation. Their products are amazing for anyone trying to get their health back on track. Cheers
About 3 years ago, I was diagnosed with atrial flutter. This condition greatly increases the risk of stroke. 2 years ago I had a mild stroke, which I seem to have recovered from rather quickly. Following the stroke, in my blood tests I noted that everything was within the reference ranges, except my vitamin D level was very low. As I have always had ideal blood pressure and low cholesterol and low triglycerides, I decided I should start taking a D-3 supplement. My research indicated that D-3 should not generally be taken alone, but only along with vitamin K-2. As I am a strict vegan, I searched on Amazon and found the Sports Research K-2 supplement meeting my requirements, and a D-3 supplement from another company that was also vegan. Within about a week of initiating the supplement program, I noticed great changes in my atrial flutter condition including a return of my energy. Although my ECG still shows minor atrial flutter, my cardiologist says it is so much improved I no longer needed blood thinners and am at much less risk of a stroke or other such condition. As I see Sports Research now has a vegan product combining D-3 and K-2 in a single capsule, I will probably try that soon to lessen the number of pills I need to take. Thank you for providing good quality vegan products.
Feature Product
- ✔ BENEFITS: Vitamin K2 as Menaquinone-7 (MK7) plays a critical role in directing calcium where it belongs and away from where it doesn't belong.*
- ✔ QUALITY: Soy-Free, Non-GMO Verified MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 sourced from only Chickpea. NOTE: As of Feb. 2017 this product no longer contains Carrageenan❤
- ✔ ENHANCED ABSORPTION: Vitamin K2 is fat soluble and difficult for the body to absorb if not taken with a fat. To help enhance absorption we blend our Vtiamin K2 with Coconut Oil. Note: Capsules may appear "cloudy" from the Coconut Oil inside our softgel.
- ✔ PATENT FORMULA: Featuring MenaQ7 a patent form of MK7 that has been proven to accumulate in the bloodstream longer than MK4 and absorb 10x faster than Vitamin K1*
- ✔ 90-Day Money-Back Guarantee: Your satisfaction means everything to our company. If you're not thrilled with our Vitamin K2 simply return it to us for a refund.**
Description
BENEFITS OF TAKING VITAMIN K2 AS MK-7
WESTERN POPULATIONS ARE 97% VITAMIN K2 DEFICIENT
Even those consuming healthy diets!
ENSURES THE BODY PROPERLY UTILIZES CALCIUM
Vitamin K2 as MK-7 activates K-dependent proteins that direct calcium to the bones (where it is needed) and away from the arteries (where it is not).
HEALTHY ARTERIES CONTAIN 100 X MORE VITAMIN K2 THAN UNHEALTHY ARTERIES
Too much arterial calcium is the number one heart health risk factor.
CAN STOP CALCIUM DEPOSITS IN ARTERIES AND BLOOD VESSELS
Vitamin K2 as MK-7 activates matrix gla protein (MGP), the most potent inhibitor of vascular calcification known today.
IMPROVES BLOOD VESSEL ELASTICITY
Groundbreaking 3-Year Study: Supplementation with MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 as MK-7 not only inhibited age-related arterial stiffening, but increased elasticity and flexibility of the arteries.
PROVEN BONE PROTECTION
Breakthrough 3-Year Study: Healthy women taking MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 as MK-7 showed clinically significant protection of bone strength and density, including the critical spine and hip measurement.
KIDS DON'T GET ENOUGH K2 THROUGH DIET ALONE
Young bones depend on K2 as 90% of peak bone mass is acquired before age 20. Invest in bone health for life.
CLINICALLY VALIDATED & PATENTED MenaQ7
Sports Research Vitamin K2 contains MenaQ7, which is the only Vitamin K2 as MK-7 clinically studied and proven to deliver bone and cardiovascular benefits. NOTE: Capsules may appear "cloudy" due to Organic Virgin Coconut Oils unique semi-solid state at room temperature.
I want to clear up some confusion on this product with this review.
1) The pictures in the review showing some clear pills and some white/ cloudy pills might confuse people. The product has coconut oil. Coconut oil is by far the best filler to use. However, since it is coconut oil, it will change based on temperature. If stored in a cold place, the pills will turn white as coconut oil does- THIS IS NORMAL. ITS COCONUT OIL. When put in a mild temperature, it will go back to its clear state. This does not affect the quality of the product. All coconut oil does this.
2) CARRAGEENAN REMOVED: I want people to know how rare it is to find a company that will reformulate a product based on a few negative reviews. This product used to contain carrageenan. If you go to the 1 star reviews that was everyone's problems with the product. Sports Research REFORMULATED their product and removed carrageenan because of these reviews.
3) The negative: My product came in the mail and the seal was broke and the pills inside were covered in an oil. Hopefully Sports Research can look at the lot number and see if its a problem with this batch. LOT NUMBER: D17038 EXP 04/2019
I wrote this review not only this product is working on me but also I want people In similar case as I get informed. I have been suffered really bad from endometriosis - heavy bleeding and crucified pain on period. Two days off work per month is a kind of ceremony to be more faithful.
Since the middle of this April, I have taken this product with vitamine d3, fish oil, krill oil , evening primrose oil , vitamine complex b , coconut oil together. Now today I’m pain free and 10 percent of previous bleeding volume. This product k2 from 40 day’s and krill oil from Costco seven days ago and coconut oil from 5 days ago are newly added on my 1.5 years old regiments. I’m vitamine d deficiency.
It’s a miracle on me. I do a lot of research on vitamine k2. I believe it plays a key on my treatment regimens. Thank God. thank this product.
I honestly hope that anyone who has Arteriosclerosis from plaque and calcium build up in their arteries consider taking this MK7 product in high enough dose to remove (yes, remove) almost all the plaque from their arteries. I had a CAC score of 975. At least one of my valves was 90% blocked. Before doing a nuclear stress test, a brain MRI, and an ultrasound of my corotid artery, I started taking 2000 mcg of MK7 and coconut oil a day. In just 3 weeks, I did all those tests and there was virtually no plaque or calcium in my heart and arteries. I viewed all the films with my cardiologist and he said I don’t need to take statins and I’ll see you in a year. Keep doing what you are doing. I have now lowered the dose to 1000 mcg and can safely take it down to approximately 400 mcg per day with confidence I have solved my health crisis. Amazing! And I feel fantastic with loads of energy much more than any other 70 year old I know. I workout daily and eat healthy. If I have a drink, it’s usually red wine. Hope this helps you as it did for me.
I have been taking 10,000 IU of Vitamin D3 and 300 mcg of Vitamin K2 for about one month and my resting blood pressure is actually dropping! Using these products from Sports Research is allowing me to believe there is hope again! I have been on BP meds for almost 3 years. This is the first time I have been able to go almost a week without my meds. Good things to follow!
My daughter has been afflicted with kidney stones to the point where she was hospitalized about 3 times per year. I read about the benefits of K2 in several studies and the ability of K2 to pull calcium from the bloodstream and bind it to the bone. She has not had a single kidney stone in almost 2 years now! This is truly a supplement that has actually changed our lives. Thank you for producing a high quality product.
