Vitamin K2 is found in small amounts in animal products such as meat, eggs, milk and butter. Some fermented foods e.g. sauerkraut and cheese also contain K2. Vegan and vegetarian product concepts can be ideally supplemented with natural K2 from fermentation.
K2 supports healthy bones by activating the enzyme osteocalcin, which stores calcium in bones. Endogenous or supplemented vitamin D3 also require K2 for optimal function. With the help of K2, the matrix Gla protein (MGP) keeps the arteries and circulation free of calcium deposits.
As menaquinone-7 (MK-7), K2 with the long side chain has a high bioavailability. The EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) states that MK-7 is the most effective form compared to the other variants.
It is produced by fermentation of chickpeas and CO2 extraction with an isomeric purity of over 99%, significantly exceeding the USP requirements (>96%).
Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) belongs to a group of fatty acid amides and occurs naturally in the human body, in animals and plants.
Consumers’ awareness about their mental wellbeing is growing. Hence is the demand for solutions for the improvement of cognitive functions.
Blue skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora L.) is a perennial herb native to North America that has long been used traditionally to relieve anxiety and improve mood. Recent studies suggest it has neuroprotective and anxiolytic effects.