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Vitamin K2 Ingredient Shown to Support Nervous System Function

In patients with peripheral neuropathy due to diabetes, 8 weeks of supplementation offered significant reductions of symptoms.

10.15.21

MenaQ7 Vitamin K2 Patents Granted in Canada and South Korea

The company’s nature-identical synthesis of vitamin K2 as MK-7 adds to the ingredient’s patent portfolio.

09.08.21

Breaking News | Cardiovascular Health | Research | Research News | Vitamins

More Research Supports Vitamin K Heart Health Benefits

Findings suggest that consuming more vitamin K may be important for protection against atherosclerosis and subsequent cardiovascular disease.

08.10.21

Vitamin K2 Could Benefit Cardiovascular Health of Nicotine Users

Research showed vitamin K2 to be an effective antioxidant capable of reducing oxidative stress and nicotine-induced vascular smooth muscle cell calcification.

07.27.21

Breaking News | Immune Function | Research | Research News | Vitamins

Deficiencies in Vitamin K2 or Vitamin D Associated with Poor COVID-19 Outcomes

Findings will inform further investigations and implications for inflammation among COVID-19 patients, researchers said.

07.23.21

Breaking News | Cognitive Function | Healthy Aging | Research News

Vitamin K2 May Factor in Progression of Alzheimer’s

Paper highlights potential of vitamin K2 and examines link between dysbiosis and VK2 in the context of the microbiome's role in AD pathogenesis.

07.13.21

New Study Backs Early Evidence of Association Between Low Vitamin K and COVID-19 Severity

Backed by Kappa Bioscience, the study found hospitalized patients with low vitamin K were more likely than on average to have low vitamin K status.

06.16.21

High-Dose Vitamin K2 Study will be Conducted with Peritoneal Dialysis Patients

Greek study to assess NattoPharma’s MenaQ7 for arterial stiffness, mortality, cardiovascular disease, blood pressure and dialysis efficacy.

06.08.21

Breaking News | Industry & Market News | Mergers & Acquisitions | Vitamins

Gnosis by Lesaffre Acquiring Vitamin K2 Supplier NattoPharma

The deal brings together vitamin K2 brands vitaMK7 and MenaQ7.

Sean Moloughney, Editor 06.01.21

Review Covers Role of Vitamin K2 in the ‘Calcium Paradox’

The micronutrient affects calcium homeostasis, preventing bone loss and vascular calcification simultaneously.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 04.13.21

Statins May Contribute to Vascular Calcification by Inhibiting Vitamin K-Dependent Proteins

Researchers suggest the finding may open up inquiries on vitamin K2 supplementation for statin patients.

Mike Montemarano, Associate Editor 03.04.21

Synergia Receives GRAS Notification for Vitamin K2 Ingredient

MenaquinGold received a “No Question” letter for its ingredient in supplements and special dietary products for children ages 1 to 13.

10.16.20

Review Calls for Research on Vitamin K Metabolism and COVID-19

Clinical evidence suggests the micronutrient’s anticoagulation effect may be beneficial in cardiovascular outcomes related to COVID-19 infection.

10.09.20

Synergia Life Sciences Receives European Patent for Vitamin K Analogues and Derivatives

The patent recognizes vitamin K2 menaquinone-7 for improvements to a number of cardiovascular health metrics.

10.07.20

Immune Function | Research | Vitamins

Paper Discusses Link Between Vitamin K2 Deficiency and COVID-19 Mortality

This is the second study to associate K2 status with outcomes in COVID-19 patients.

10.02.20

Study Links Vitamin K Status Marker to Cardiovascular Risk

According to the authors of the Danish population study, these findings further substantiate vitamin K2’s role in vascular calcification.

08.12.20

Study Further Substantiates Vitamin K2’s Cardiovascular Benefits

The latest research provides more evidence that vitamin K2 as MK-7 may decrease arterial stiffening, and induce weight loss in women.

07.07.20

Vitamin K1 Deficiency Associated with All-cause Mortality, but Not CVD

While K1 is understood to be active in dependent proteins found within the liver, a cohort-based study found that it was not associated with reduced levels of vascular calcification which leads to CVD.

06.30.20

NattoPharma Weighs in on the Case for a Separate Vitamin K2 RDI

Due to the unique health benefits achieved by vitamin K2, which K1 lacks, those at the forefront of vitamin K2 research are calling for a unique RDI.

06.24.20

Vitamin K2 Associated with Lower CHD Risk in Cohort Study

Over 11 years, vitamin K2 proved to be cardio-protective, while vitamin K1 did not yield this statistical benefit.

05.28.20

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Study Links Low Vitamin K Levels to Severity in COVID-19 Outcomes

Vitamin K is generally accepted as an inhibitor of vascular calcification, and deficiencies are linked to 'high-risk' comorbidities.

04.27.20

Empowering Women Through Personalized Nutrition

Products that are safe, efficacious, convenient, and condition-specific will continue to attract a loyal following.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor, Nutraceuticals World 04.09.20

Study on Kidney Disease Suggests Vitamin K2 Mitigates Vascular Aging

It is believed that a novel treatment for Chronic Kidney Disease could one day include vitamin K2 supplementation.

04.01.20

Wiley's Finest Launches Plant-Based Alternatives to Fish Oil

With its new products, Bold Heart and CatchFree Omega, the company hopes to net vegans, vegetarians, and flexitarians.

03.09.20

Articulating the Bone & Joint Support Market

Young, active consumers are giving a fresh review of a segment once dominated by an older demographic.

By Lisa Schofield, Contributing Writer 03.02.20

Breaking News | Certifications, Approvals & Patents | Supplier News | Vitamins | World Markets

K2VITAL Vitamin K2 Receives Regulatory Approvals in China & Mexico

This is reportedly the first Chinese approval of synthetically-manufactured vitamin K2 MK-7.

02.11.20

Breaking News | Herbs & Botanicals | Industry & Market News | Probiotics & Prebiotics | Quality & Safety

Transparency Center to Steward Emerging Categories of Nutritional Ingredients

Initiative to focus on ingredients with high exploitation and abuse potential.

01.28.20

Bone & Joint Health | Cardiovascular Health | Healthy Aging | Research | Vitamins

Vitamin K2: A Clinically Proven Cardio-Protective Powerhouse

Known for bone-support benefits, vitamin K2 as MK-7 has also been recognized as vital for heart health.

By Dr. Hogne Vik, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer, NattoPharma 01.07.20

Consumer Trends | Dietary Supplements | Healthcare Trends | Minerals | Vitamins

It’s (Still) Fundamental: Vitamins & Minerals

These nutrients remain critical for good health, but are consumers taking enough?

By Lisa Schofield, Contributing Writer 01.07.20

Vitamin K2 as MK-7 Shown to Improve Endothelial Function

MenaQ7 mouse study advances argument of K2 as MK-7 as a cardio-protective nutrient by highlighting new pharmacological activity.

11.15.19

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Bioavailability of Vitamin MK-7 Enhanced in Milk-Fat Food Matrix

Study showed a significant difference for an emulsified vitamin formula compared to a standard powder suspension.

10.03.19

Breaking News | Cardiovascular Health | Research | Research News | Vitamins

Paper Identifies Effects of Vitamin K2 on Oxidative Stress and Vascular Calcification

Study finds vitamin K2 has the ability to scavenge free radicals, reduce oxidative stress, and decrease calcification.

08.05.19

Breaking News | Cardiovascular Health | Delivery & Dosage Technologies | Supplier News | Vitamins

Kappa Bioscience Adds High Concentration Formulation to its K2 Product Portfolio

New offering created to deliver advantages in formulation, storage, and cost-in-use efficiency.

06.18.19

Vitamin K2 Status May Impact Blood Pressure and Pulse Wave Velocity

Addressing K2 deficiency may benefit arterial stiffening and calcification.

05.02.19

Lonza Offering Science-Based Formulations and Extended Clean-Label Capabilities

Company spotlighting UC-II undenatured collagen and plant-based, food colored capsules.

05.02.19

Targeted Health Solutions for Every Life-Stage

Dedication to optimizing health among consumers of all ages has opened limitless opportunities for wellness brands.

By Sean Moloughney, Editor 05.02.19

Vitamin K2 Stability Linked with Purity Profile

Synthetic MK7 showed the lowest purity profile characterized by 23 species accounting for 5.67% of the unknown components.

05.01.19

Study Questions Impact of Dietary Supplements on Mortality Rates

NPA suggested poor diet in those already diagnosed with cancer was a major confounding factor.

04.17.19

Bone & Joint Formulas Provide Foundations for Fitness

Nutritional products aim to elevate consumer performance, mobility, and recovery.

By Lisa Olivo, Associate Editor 03.01.19

Scientific Review Compares the Benefits of Vitamin K2 to K1

The paper, completed as part of INTRICARE and EVOluTION research grants, advances the argument for vitamin K2-specific RDI.

02.27.19

Scientific Review Highlights the Role of Vitamin K2 in Calcium Utilization

Paper solidifies vitamin K2’s significance for bone and cardiovascular health.

02.07.19

Vitamin K2 Status Linked to Brain and Eye Health

Two papers connect Matrix Gla Protein status and aortic stiffness as factors in compromised eye and brain health; K2 needed to activate this important protein.

01.11.19