Cardiovascular Health Month: Boost it with D3K2

February is Cardiovascular Health Month, and there's no better way to kick things off than with our D3K2 formula.

A landmark 10-year population-based study revealed that consuming foods rich in Vitamin K2 (at least 32 mcg/day) led to a 50% reduction in arterial calcification, a 50% reduction in cardiovascular risk, and a 25% decrease in all-cause mortality.

Why Vitamin K2 Matters
Vitamin K2, specifically MK-7, activates proteins that help your body properly use calcium. Two of these key proteins are osteocalcin (OC) and MGP.

• Osteocalcin (OC): Directs calcium to where it's needed most—bones and teeth (supports bone mineral density).

• Matrix Gla Protein (MGP): Keeps calcium away from soft tissues, where it shouldn’t be (reduces risk of cardiovascular disease).

This powerful micronutrient also works synergistically with Vitamin D3, which is why we formulated D3K2 to help you get the benefits of both.

So, what’s the connection with Vitamin D3?
Vitamin D3 acts as the “setup” by increasing the availability of calcium, while Vitamin K2 is the “finisher,” directing calcium to the right places in your body.

Of course, Vitamin D3 has its own array of benefits—especially during the winter months, when sunlight is scarce in northern and central climates (even if the sun is out you’re not getting vitamin D this time of year because the sun is too far away). Research shows that pairing Vitamin K2 with Vitamin D3 is more effective than using D3 alone for supporting both bone and cardiovascular health.

Don’t forget, D3 also helps mood, inflammation, chronic pain, metabolic regulation and more.

Why Choose atplab's D3K2?

Our D3K2 uses a premium form of Vitamin K2, called MK7, which has a much longer half-life than other menaquinones. This means it stays active in your system longer, offering sustained benefits.

References:

Geleijnse JM, et al. J Nutr. 2004, 134(11):3100-5.