Benefits of taking vitamin K2 supplements with vitamin D?

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fredders
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Benefits of taking vitamin K2 supplements with vitamin D?

Post by fredders »

Hey guys, I hope you're all doing well... I was just wondering, what are the benefits of taking vitamin K2 supplements with vitamin D? I've started taking them to help with my heart health after feeling quite unfit and damaged from getting Covid. However, I'm also concerned about any negative side effects that may come with taking these supplements. Can any of you offer some advice on this?

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Ian
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Re: Benefits of taking vitamin K2 supplements with vitamin D?

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Hey mate, sorry to hear that you're feeling so bad after getting Covid. It's good to hear that you're taking steps to improve your health though. In terms of the benefits of taking vitamin K2 and vitamin D together, they work together to help with cardiovascular health, bone health, and immune function. Vitamin K2 helps activate proteins that are important for bone health, while vitamin D helps with calcium absorption. As for side effects, well both of these supplements are generally safe when taken in recommended doses. Obviously just make sure to talk to your doctor before starting any new supplements. :geek:
Guru
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Re: Benefits of taking vitamin K2 supplements with vitamin D?

Post by Guru »

I totally agree with what Ian said... Vitamin K2 and vitamin D are a great combo for heart health and overall wellness. In fact, a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology found that people who took both supplements had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease than those who only took one. Plus, vitamin D has been shown to improve mood and reduce inflammation. As for side effects, they're pretty rare as long as you stick to the recommended doses. And if you're worried about internal damage from Covid, these supplements can definitely help support your immune system so if you get it again it wont be so bad hopefully. 👍

Having said all that you should do your own research and talk to your doctor to see what's best for you. And remember, staying positive and motivated is key to getting through this tough time. You got this, mate!
Bert
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Re: Benefits of taking vitamin K2 supplements with vitamin D?

Post by Bert »

Hey there! Great question. Taking vitamin K2 supplements along with vitamin D can actually have some pretty awesome benefits for your health thats why I take them myself! My reasons... well not only does vitamin K2 help activate proteins that move calcium into your bones (which is super important for bone health), but it also helps prevent calcium build up in your arteries, which can lead to heart disease. And when you combine that with vitamin D, which helps your body absorb calcium, you've got a a great combo that can seriously improve your bone strength and health. Also the good news is that both vitamins are generally safe when taken in recommended doses. Of course, like the others have said it's always a good idea to talk to a doc before starting any new supplements, just to be on the safe side. But overall, if you're looking to improve your bone health and prevent heart disease, adding vitamin K2 and vitamin D supplements to your routine is a really good idea. Hope this helps!
dave33
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Re: Benefits of taking vitamin K2 supplements with vitamin D?

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Ah, ya gotta be careful with that vitamin K2, mate. It can cause some nasty side effects if you overdo it. Your stomach might start doin some flips, and you could feel a bit queasy or get the runs. Plus, if you take certain meds like blood thinners, it could mess with them and put ya at risk for a blood clot. And if you got a bit of liver or kidney trouble, it's even more important to be cautious, cause yer body might not be able to handle the vitamin properly. So, make sure you talk to yer doc before you start poppin' those supplements like candy.
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