The perfect pair: Vitamins D3 and K2

By Mike Ventresca, Vital Choice Healthstore

If we were to put together a list of perfect pairs, it wouldn’t take long to come up with classic examples like peanut butter and jelly or spaghetti and meatballs. Today, I want to add one to the list that is not nearly as well known, but if you care about your health, it should be. What is this instant classic? The perfect pair of vitamins D3 and K2.

While each of these nutrients have demonstrated significant benefit to bone and heart health separately, a growing body of research shows there is a synergy when the two are taken together. In other words, for D3 and K2, 1+1 = 3.

It’s widely known that vitamin D aids calcium absorption into the blood. In fact, of all the things vitamin D does, calcium absorption is considered the most important function. By adding K2, you get even better results.

Vitamin K2 activates two proteins, which balance calcium in the body. We want calcium in our bones, but we don’t want it in our arteries where it can lead to calcification. K2 acts like a traffic cop, directing calcium out of the arteries (enhancing heart health) and into the bones (enhancing bone health.)

When shopping for vitamin D, be sure to choose D3. When looking at K2, go with MK-7, an enhanced bioactive form. One great option that combines both in one capsule is Vital Choice D3+K2. We also offer this combination in liquids and gummies. Stop in today or shop online for fast curbside pickup and delivery.

Mike Ventresca is the owner of Vital Choice Health Store, 9243 Sprague Road in North Royalton’s Timber Ridge Plaza. Call 440-885-9505 or visit VChoice.com. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.