Health Leads Vitamin D3 and K2 combines two essential fat-soluble vitamins in one convenient daily capsule.

Each capsule provides 75mcg of Vitamin D3, equivalent to 3000IU, together with 100mcg of Vitamin K2 as Menaquinone-7 (MK-7).

Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, teeth and muscle function. It also contributes to the normal function of the immune system and to the normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus.

Vitamin K contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and normal blood clotting.

This high-strength formulation provides a 90-day supply when taken at the suggested intake of one capsule daily.

What Is Vitamin D?

Vitamin D is an essential fat-soluble vitamin.

It can be produced within the skin following exposure to sunlight, which is why it is sometimes called the “sunshine vitamin”. However, the amount produced varies according to the season, location, skin exposure, age and individual circumstances.

Vitamin D can also be obtained from a limited number of foods and from food supplements.

Where Is Vitamin D Found?

Natural dietary sources of Vitamin D include: Oily fish, Egg yolks, Liver, Red meat, Foods fortified with Vitamin D.

Because relatively few foods naturally contain substantial amounts of Vitamin D, dietary intake can vary considerably.

What Is Vitamin D3?

Vitamin D occurs in several forms.

This product provides Vitamin D3, also known as cholecalciferol.

Vitamin D3 is the form naturally produced in human skin following exposure to ultraviolet B light. It is also widely used in food supplements.

The Vitamin D3 in this product is derived from lanolin, a substance obtained from sheep's wool. The finished product is therefore suitable for vegetarians but not for vegans.

What Is Vitamin K?

Vitamin K is another essential fat-soluble vitamin.

It occurs naturally in different forms: Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone), found mainly in green leafy vegetables; Vitamin K2 (menaquinone), a group of related forms commonly found in fermented foods and certain animal-derived foods.

This formulation provides Vitamin K2 as Menaquinone-7, commonly abbreviated to MK-7.

What Is MK-7?

MK-7 is a long-chain form of Vitamin K2.

It is commonly used in food supplements because it is suitable for convenient once-daily formulations.

Each capsule provides 100mcg of Vitamin K2 as MK-7.

Why Combine Vitamin D3 and K2?

Vitamin D and Vitamin K have separate but complementary authorised nutritional roles.

Vitamin D contributes to: the maintenance of normal bones, the maintenance of normal teeth, normal muscle function, the normal function of the immune system, normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus, normal blood calcium levels, the process of cell division.

Vitamin K contributes to: the maintenance of normal bones, normal blood clotting.

Combining the two vitamins provides a convenient way to include both nutrients within one daily capsule. Neither vitamin replaces the other, and each performs its own recognised functions within the body.

Each Capsule Provides

• Vitamin D3 — 75mcg / 3000IU, provided as cholecalciferol
• Vitamin K2 — 100mcg, provided as Menaquinone-7 / MK-7

Nutrient Reference Values

Vitamin D3: 1500% NRV. Vitamin K2: 133% NRV.

NRV means Nutrient Reference Value, the reference amount established for an average adult. The NRV is not a maximum permitted intake.

Why Does This Product Provide 3000IU of Vitamin D3?

Each capsule contains 75mcg of Vitamin D3, equivalent to 3000IU. This is a high-strength amount compared with the adult NRV of 5mcg.

Adults should consider their combined Vitamin D intake from this product, other supplements and fortified foods. The generally recognised tolerable upper intake level for adults is 100mcg or 4000IU per day from all dietary sources.

People with medical conditions that affect calcium or Vitamin D metabolism should seek professional advice before using a high-strength Vitamin D supplement.

Other Ingredients

Rice flour. Vegetable capsule shell: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC).

Rice flour is included in a small amount to support consistent capsule filling and accurate dosing. It is not an active ingredient and no nutritional benefit is claimed from its presence.

This product contains no magnesium stearate, artificial colours, artificial sweeteners or hydrogenated oils.

Suitable For

Suitable for vegetarians. Not suitable for vegans, as the Vitamin D3 is derived from lanolin obtained from sheep's wool.

Suggested Adult Use

Take 1 capsule daily with food.

As Vitamins D and K are fat soluble, taking the capsule alongside a meal containing some dietary fat is a practical way to use the product.

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.

Supply

Each bottle contains 90 capsules. At the suggested intake of one capsule daily, each bottle provides a 90-day supply.

Safety Information

Vitamin K can interact with anticoagulant medicines, including warfarin.

Do not use this product while taking warfarin or another anticoagulant medicine unless your GP, prescriber or anticoagulation clinic has confirmed that it is appropriate.

If you take medication, have a medical condition, have been advised to monitor your calcium intake or are under medical supervision, consult a suitably qualified healthcare professional before use.

Consider your total daily intake if you use other supplements containing Vitamin D.

If pregnant or breastfeeding, seek professional medical advice before taking this product.

Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Keep out of reach of children.