Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 with Vitamin K2, 30 tablets

When should you use Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 K2 for bone health?

Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 with Vitamin K2 combines four bone-supporting nutrients in a single tablet: 300 mg of calcium in the form of carbonate, 150 mg of magnesium in the form of oxide—both combined with hydrolyzed rice protein—25 µg of vitamin K2 (menaquinone), and 6 µg of vitamin D3. One tablet provides 37.5% of the Reference Intake for calcium, 40% for magnesium, one-third for vitamin K, and 125% for vitamin D.

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the skeleton and is necessary for maintaining normal bones. Magnesium, vitamin D, and vitamin K contribute to the maintenance of normal bones. Vitamin D plays an additional, upstream role: it contributes to the normal absorption and utilization of calcium and phosphorus, making it the natural partner for calcium in a single dose.

Calcium and magnesium contribute to normal muscle function, and vitamin D helps maintain normal muscle function. Calcium triggers muscle fiber contraction, while magnesium facilitates muscle relaxation. Calcium is also necessary for maintaining normal teeth, while magnesium and vitamin D help maintain normal teeth.

This supplement is intended for adults and adolescents whose diets include few dairy products, calcium-rich waters, or green vegetables, as well as those who spend most of their days indoors. The body produces most of its vitamin D when exposed to sunlight, and this production drops significantly between fall and the end of winter.

To complement this formula, we recommendArkopharma Acerola 1000. Minerals make up only part of bone structure: they are deposited onto a collagen matrix, and vitamin C contributes to normal collagen formation to ensure normal bone function. The two products thus act on two different components of bone tissue, with no shared nutrients.

How should you take these calcium and magnesium tablets?

Directions for Use

Adults and children over 12 years of age: 1 tablet per day.

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Precautions

• Dietary supplements should be used as part of a healthy lifestyle and are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
• Do not exceed the recommended daily dose.
• Not recommended for people taking vitamin K-antagonist anticoagulants, such as acenocoumarol, warfarin, or fluindione: vitamin K counteracts the effect of these medications and may disrupt treatment. If you are taking any other anticoagulant medication, consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product for the first time.
• Do not take without consulting a doctor if you have high calcium levels in your blood or urine, calcium-containing kidney stones, kidney failure, or sarcoidosis.
• Allow at least a 2-hour interval between taking this product and medications whose absorption is reduced by calcium and magnesium: antibiotics in the cycline and fluoroquinolone families, bisphosphonates, thyroid hormones (levothyroxine), iron, zinc, and strontium salts.
• If you are taking digitalis (digoxin) or a thiazide diuretic: consult your doctor, as your calcium and vitamin D intake will need to be monitored.
• Do not combine with any other supplement or medication containing calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, or vitamin K without consulting your pharmacist, especially if you have been prescribed vitamin D.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women: Consult your doctor or midwife before use.
• Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep out of reach of children.

What are the ingredients in this bone health supplement?

Ingredients

Aqueous mixture of calcium carbonate with hydrolyzed rice protein; aqueous mixture of magnesium oxide with hydrolyzed rice protein; Bulking agents: Microcrystalline cellulose, Vegetable cellulose; Anti-caking agents: Calcium phosphate, Silicon dioxide; Emulsifiers: Stearic acid, Magnesium stearate; Coating agent: Shellac; Menaquinone (vitamin K2, MK-4), Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3).

Nutritional Values of Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 with Vitamin K2

*RI: Reference Intake.

Packaging

Bottle of 30 tablets, enough for one month at a dose of one tablet per day.

Our expert advice on Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 K2 for bones

Before taking it for the first time, check your prescription rather than the ingredients. If you’re taking an anticoagulant from the class listed in the precautions, you should not take this supplement; however, if you’re on thyroid medication or taking an antibiotic, you simply need to choose the right time of day to take it. This is the first thing we check when this product is requested.

This tablet is intentionally low in calcium: it supplements your diet, it does not replace it. A yogurt, a serving of cheese, a glass of calcium-rich mineral water, or a handful of almonds each provide a comparable amount. The best way to use it, therefore, is to first look at what you eat throughout the day and then let the tablet fill in the gap, rather than simply adding up all sources without counting.

FAQ

Why does Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 K2 combine vitamin D3 and vitamin K2?

The two vitamins are involved in different stages of the process. Vitamin K helps activate bone proteins, such as osteocalcin, which bind calcium to the bone matrix—a step that follows the role of vitamin D.

When during the day should I take Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 K2?

There is no set schedule. Taking it with a meal is the most logical time: vitamins D and K, which are fat-soluble, are better absorbed in the presence of fat, and calcium carbonate dissolves more easily when the stomach is actively digesting food. Taking it daily at a consistent time is more important than the specific time of day, provided you take into account the recommended intervals when taking it with certain medications.

How long can I take Natures Plus Ca Mg D3 K2?

This supplement is intended for long-term use, as its doses remain below or close to the recommended daily intakes. It is common to take it for several months, with a follow-up consultation with a doctor or pharmacist if there are any concerns about dietary intake or long-term treatment.