Cytoplan Vitamin D3 4000iu & K2 60 Capsules

This product is designed to support levels of vitamin D3 when taken short term. It is ideally used in conjunction with any of our multi formulae.  It contains 100µg (4,000i.u.) of vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol) and 100µg of vitamin K2 (MK-7).

• Vitamin K2 works synergistically with vitamin D. We need both in adequate amounts to ensure optimum biological activity of both vitamins
• If supplementing with vitamin D, we need to also include sources of vitamin K2 in our diets or take a supplement
• Vitamin D and vitamin K2 work together to produce and activate matrix gla protein (MGP), which congregates around the elastic fibres of arterial linings, guarding them against calcium crystal formation
• The source of the vitamin D3 is lanolin from the wool of sheep who are used for breeding and not meat
• Suitable for vegetarians

Please note: This supplement contains 100µg (4000iu) of vitamin D per capsule. If taking other supplements containing vitamin D please check your total daily intake and if it is 125µg (5000iu) or more per day, for more than two to four months, you should have your vitamin D levels checked regularly. An adequate blood level is considered to be above 50 nmol/litre; the scientific literature suggests that a higher level of between 100 to 150 nmol/litre is optimal; levels above 250 nmol/litre are not advised. Please note some laboratories use different units i.e. ng/ml rather than nmol/litre quoted here. In this case the optimal range is 40 to 60 ng/ml

Vitamin D contributes to:

• normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus
• normal blood calcium levels
• the maintenance of normal bones and teeth
• the maintenance of normal muscle function
• normal function of the immune system

Vitamin D also:

• has a role in the process of cell division
• is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children

Vitamin K contributes to:

• normal blood clotting
• the maintenance of normal bones