Vitamin K2 and D3 for Sports
Give your athletes the best possible benefits for their bones, heart, and body!
Vitamin K2, a potent form of vitamin K, collaborates with Vitamin D to deposit calcium into the bones, ensuring their strength1. It doesn’t stop there, Vitamin K2 also contributes to cardiovascular health by supporting healthy blood vessel function2 and supporting the production of ATP3,4, the molecule on which your heart and muscles rely.
Healthy bones and a strong heart form the foundation for athletes, providing support for rigorous training. We are seeing strong momentum behind ingredients with clear, science-backed benefits, like vitamin K2 and magnesium.
Join us on this journey into health and sports, discovering how these simple vitamins can support your athletic excellence!
K2 and D3 for Sports Performance: The Link between Bone and Heart Health
For athletes aiming for their best, think of your body like a winning team. Your bones provide the support, and your heart is the powerhouse for enduring strength.
To perform at your peak, you need both in top shape. Let’s talk about two important vitamins, K2 and D3, and how they play roles in supporting your healthy heart and bones.
Vitamin K2 for Sports Performance
Vitamin K2, supporting both bone strength and cardiovascular well-being, positions it as a crucial ally for athletes. This dual function forms the scientific foundation that underscores the intricate interplay between bone health and athletic prowess.
In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, researchers delved into the impact of Vitamin K2 supplementation on cardiovascular function in athletes. The results revealed a remarkable 12% improvement in maximal cardiac output after eight weeks of supplementation, with 320μg for the first 4 weeks and 160μg for the subsequent 4 weeks.5
Vitamin D3 and Performance
Vitamin D3, often called the sunshine vitamin, is renowned for its role in bone health and immune system support.6 However, its significance isn’t confined to these domains; it extends to cardiovascular health as well. Moreover, Vitamin D3 exhibits anti-inflammatory properties that contribute to a healthy inflammatory response.7
Athletes can harness the benefits of Vitamin D3 to fortify their cardiovascular system and optimize overall performance.8
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Muscle Function
Vitamin D3 plays a pivotal role in supporting muscle function, which is crucial for sports performance. By contributing to muscle mass and strength, Vitamin D supports the recovery of muscles from the stress of intense exercise.8
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Bone Health
Both vitamins K2 and D3 are vital for bone health9, and strong bones and increased bone mineral density are essential for athletes and maintain performance.10, 11
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Immune Function
Vitamin K2 and D together play a role in modulating inflammation and Vitamin D contributes to the normal function of the immune system.9,12
Balchem Branded Solutions
It’s not just our partners we like to keep close. K2VITAL™ and vitamin D work in harmony to keep our body’s calcium in balance.9 Combined in one formulation, they make what we like to call the “Perfect Pair”. The two vitamins working together support everyone’s bone, heart, and immune health.
When it comes to providing athletes with the best possible benefits for their bones, heart, and body, Balchem’s K2VITAL™ stands out. Our branded solution directs its attention towards the fortification of skeletal integrity*. Acting as a supporter of bone health, Vitamin D and Vitamin K2 function together to regulate calcium metabolism from absorption to placement of the mineral in the bone.9
Beyond its role in bone health, K2VITAL’s influence extends to cardiovascular health, encapsulating its broader impact on overall physiological harmony.13 Give your athletes the best possible benefits for their bones, heart, and body!
