Essential nutrients for bones, eyes, brain, heart, and blood vessels
Vitamin K2 is a fat-soluble and fat-absorbable vitamin.
- Important for strong bones and teeth since it helps transport calcium from the blood vessels to accumulate in the bones and teeth. It, therefore, prevents osteopenia and osteoporosis.
- Prevent calcium from depositing in blood vessels and soft tissues, therefore, it reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases, hypertension, and atherosclerosis.
- It promotes blood clotting, thus helps stop bleeding.
Do you know: Why should you regularly take Vitamin K2 supplements?
- The current lifestyle of people, in terms of consuming sugary and fatty foods, artificial sweeteners, and the use of antibiotics, has significantly reduced the probiotics in the digestive tract that produce Vitamin K2.
- Vitamin K2 in the form of Menaquinone-7 with a trans structure is the most effective form of vitamin K2 due to its excellent solubility and absorption properties, remaining in the bloodstream for the longest duration. Only the trans MK-7 is bioactive.
Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble and fat-absorbable vitamin.
- Important for strong bones by promoting calcium absorption; Work together with Vitamin K to transport calcium to accumulate in bones and teeth; Prevent calcium release from bones by reducing parathyroid hormone.
- Crucial for muscle strength, through the maintenance of muscle fibers, thus help prevent fall in the Elderly
- Boost the immune system, fight against infections
- Help reduce stress and prevent depression by increasing serotonin secretion from the brain.
- Help regulate blood glucose balance; Preventing diabetes by increasing the secretion of insulin hormone
Do you know: Why should you regularly take Vitamin D3 supplements?
- 45 % of Thai population lacks vitamin D.
- 71.4 % of Thai people living in Bangkok are vitamin D deficient.
- In testing for vitamin D in the blood, if the result of 25(OH)D is less than 20 ng/mL, it is considered a vitamin D deficiency.
- Vitamin D3 is more bioactive than Vitamin D2 because it can increase blood levels of Vitamin D by 56-87% more than Vitamin D2. Vitamin D3 is also better stored in fatty tissues than Vitamin D2, up to 3 times more.
Fish oil contains essential Omega-3 fatty acids – Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) and Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA). These are essential fatty acids (EFAs), of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) type, which the body cannot produce and must be obtained solely from the diet. DHA and EPA fatty acids play crucial roles in promoting several body systems including cardiovascular health, brain function, eye health, and reducing inflammation throughout the body, including joints and skin.
DHA is a component of various cell membranes, especially in the brain, retina, and other nervous tissues. 40% of the fatty acids in the brain and 60% of the fatty acids in the retina are DHA.
DHA plays a crucial role in the development and function of eyes and brain, aiding in vision, enhancing learning and memory, and protecting against brain degeneration. It is found abundantly in breast milk, deep-sea fish, and can also be found in some freshwater fish with high fat contents such as Siriped Catfish, Snakehead fish, etc.
EPA reduces inflammation, promotes cardiovascular health, helps lower triglycerides, prevents atherosclerosis and blood clot formation, which are risk factors for coronary heart disease and stroke.
Do you know: Why should we regularly take Omega-3 supplements?
- Each day, it is recommended to consume Omega-6 fatty acids and Omega-3 fatty acids in a balanced ratio of 1:1 or 4:1, and should not exceed 5:1.
- Commonly consumed foods such as vegetable oils, stir-fried foods, fried foods, eggs, beans, and meat often contain Omega-6 fatty acids in quantities up to 10 times greater than Omega-3 fatty acids. Consuming too high an amount of Omega-6 fatty acids can stimulate inflammation and lead to various deteriorations in the body, increasing the risk of heart disease and clogged blood vessels.
Coenzyme Q10 is an antioxidant found in every cell of the body. It helps produce energy within the body’s cells, with high concentrations in the heart, kidneys, and liver. It promotes heart health by enhancing the energy production of the cardiac muscle cells, thus reducing fatigue.
Do you know: Why should we take Coenzyme Q10 supplements?
- After the age of 21-30, the body produces less Coenzyme Q10, leading to symptoms such as palpitation, fatigue, exhaustion, and dizziness.