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MK4 (Vitamin K2)
What Is MK4 (Vitamin K2)?
Menaquinone-4 (MK-4) is a short-chain, fat-soluble form of Vitamin K2 that is predominantly found in animal-based foods such as egg yolks, liver, and cheese. It is also naturally synthesized within human tissues, where the body converts other dietary forms of Vitamin K into MK-4 for targeted use. The active ingredient functions as an essential cofactor for the enzyme gamma-glutamyl carboxylase, which is responsible for activating specific Vitamin K-dependent proteins by facilitating calcium binding.
Product Applications
Bone Health
Vitamin K2 (MK-4) is required for the normal function of osteocalcin, a vitamin K-dependent protein involved in bone formation.
Calcium Metabolism
Vitamin K2 (MK-4) is required for the normal function of Matrix Gla-Protein (MGP), a vitamin K-dependent protein.
Vitamin K-Dependent Protein Function
MK-4 is a form of vitamin K2 that contributes to the normal function of vitamin K-dependent proteins throughout the body.
Formulation Note
MK-4 can be used in dietary supplement formulations that also contain calcium, vitamin D, and magnesium.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This raw material is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All descriptions provided herein relate solely to the natural characteristics of this extract and do not constitute medical claims for any finished product.
