Purica Vegan K2 120 mcg (60 VCaps)

Purica Vegan K2 120 mcg (60 VCaps) is a vegan vitamin K2 capsule from Purica, a Canadian maker, with 120 mcg of menaquinone-7 (MK-7) in each vegetable capsule and 60 capsules in an amber glass bottle. The product is licensed for sale by Health Canada and bears NPN 80141571. Helps in the maintenance of bones. Helps to prevent vitamin K deficiency. A factor in normal growth and development.

What is in each capsule

Each capsule contains 120 mcg of vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7, the form usually written MK-7. The non-medicinal ingredients are microcrystalline cellulose, vegan magnesium stearate and hypromellose, the plant cellulose that makes up the capsule shell. The formula has no soy, no gelatin and no animal material, so the capsules suit vegan and vegetarian diets. Purica sources the MK-7 from a European producer and states that it is 99.9% all-trans, the biologically active shape of the molecule.

K1 and K2

Vitamin K comes in two main groups. K1, or phylloquinone, is found in leafy greens such as kale and spinach. K2 is a family of menaquinones, and natto, the fermented soybean dish from Japan, is the richest food source of MK-7; smaller amounts occur in aged cheese and egg yolk. MK-7 has a longer side chain than K1 and stays in circulation for days, while K1 clears within hours. That long half-life is the reason a single small daily dose is the norm for MK-7 products.

Pairing K2 with vitamin D

Many people take K2 alongside vitamin D3. Vitamin D governs how much calcium the gut absorbs, and vitamin K is the cofactor that activates osteocalcin, a protein made by bone cells that binds calcium. Purica sells a separate pine-source D3 and a combined D3 + K2 capsule for those who want one pill. This bottle is K2 alone, which lets you set your vitamin D dose on its own.

How to take it

Adults 19 and older take 1 capsule a day, with or without food, so one bottle lasts 60 days. Consult a health care professional before use if you take blood thinners, since vitamin K plays a direct part in blood clotting. Keep the bottle out of reach of children and store it at 15 to 25°C in a dry, well-ventilated place.

Why amber glass

Purica packs its capsules in amber glass with a metal lid instead of plastic. Amber glass blocks most ultraviolet light, and MK-7 is sensitive to light. The capsules are made in Canada.

Purica Vitamin K2 FAQ

How much vitamin K2 is in each capsule?

Each capsule holds 120 mcg of vitamin K2 as MK-7 (menaquinone-7).

Is this K2 vegan?

Yes. The capsule shell is hypromellose, the magnesium stearate is plant sourced, and the formula contains no soy or gelatin.

Can I take it with vitamin D?

Yes, many people take the two together. If you want both in one capsule, Purica also makes a D3 + K2 formula.

Do I need to take it with food?

No. The label says 1 capsule daily, with or without food.

Who should check with a professional first?

Anyone taking blood thinners should consult a health care professional before use.

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