Pure Encapsulations Vitamin D3 + K2 Review

Vitamin D3 & K2 from Pure Encapsulations is presented as a supplement that supports bone and vascular health. The page describes the blend of vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 as providing augmented support for bone and vascular health, promotes healthy calcium utilization to maintain bone health, and states that vitamin D3 helps support bone health by enhancing the intestinal absorption of calcium. Vitamin K2 is described as key in maintaining calcium balance within bone and vascular tissues. The product information states that it helps maintain calcium balance in vascular tissue to support healthy arterial blood flow and vascular elasticity. It provides vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 in one convenient capsule. The vitamin K2 is listed as MK-7 derived from flower extracts geraniol and farnesol, and the vitamin D3 is described as derived from lanolin. The page says the product is made with hypoallergenic ingredients. The size offered is 120 capsules, and the price shown is $35.50 for a one-time purchase, with a subscribe and save option listed at a discounted price of $31.95. Free shipping with a 1-4 business day estimate is noted. The directions say to take 1 capsule daily, with a meal or as directed by a health professional. The science section explains that vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7 is a fat-soluble nutrient with an important role in maintaining arterial calcium balance and vascular elasticity. It cites a systematic review of five studies where higher intakes of vitamin K2 were associated with cardiovascular health, and an observational study of 564 postmenopausal women where higher intake was associated with calcium balance in vascular tissue. It notes that vitamin K2 supports carboxylation of matrix Gla-protein, a key protein in calcium balance. It also states that vitamin K2 and vitamin D3 both participate in regulating osteocalcin, a biomarker of bone formation. The page notes that clinical research indicates obtaining adequate amounts helps maintain bone health. The free-from section says the products are formulated without unnecessary additives and free from wheat, soy, dairy, eggs, artificial colors and sweeteners, coatings and shellacs, GMOs, tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, unnecessary binders, fillers and preservatives, magnesium stearate, gluten, and trans fat or hydrogenated oils, with exceptions noted where labeled. The page also includes a prompt to take a quiz for personalized help and categorizes the product under bone, joints and muscles and vitamins and minerals.