{"product_id":"dr-jacobs-vitamin-d3k2-ol-forte-20-ml","title":"Dr. Jacob's Vitamin D3K2 Oil forte 20 ml","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHighly Dosed Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Drops\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2000 IU (50 µg) Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e + 50 µg Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e (all-trans MK-7) per drop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✓ Made in Germany with Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e + K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e from Europe in pharmacopoeia quality\u003cbr\u003e✓ Optimally bioavailable and stable thanks to natural vitamin E\u003cbr\u003e✓ Good for bones, muscles, and immune system*\u003cbr\u003e✓ Expertise + Experience: first Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e oil in German pharmacies (since 2015), Forte oil since 2018\u003cbr\u003e✓ Excellent price-dose ratio: 640 drops, vegetarian\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 ml (640 drops)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do we need the combination of Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e and K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin D is essential for maintaining bones and teeth, muscle function, and the immune system, and plays a role in cell division. For the maintenance of normal bones, it works closely with Vitamin K: Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e stimulates the production of osteocalcin, which is activated by Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e to efficiently deposit calcium into the bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e is hardly absorbed through diet. Dr. Jacob's Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Oil \u003cem\u003eforte\u003c\/em\u003e contains long-chain Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e (menaquinone as all-trans MK-7) with high bioavailability and stability. It remains in the body for up to three days, about 50 times longer than Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e1\u003c\/sub\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOnly 12% have good Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e levels; in winter, it's under 5%\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiet contributes little to vitamin D supply; UVB sunlight is crucial for endogenous synthesis in the skin. A deficiency is particularly common in winter, but even in summer, factors like sunscreen or a dark skin type can inhibit vitamin D synthesis. Studies show that endogenous production is often insufficient even in summer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn an annual average, only 12% of the German population achieve the vitamin D level of over 75 nmol\/l (1,2) recommended by leading scientists; in winter, this figure drops to less than 5%. Only 38% of Germans consistently reach the lower threshold of at least 50 nmol\/l set by the \u003cstrong\u003eGerman Nutrition Society\u003c\/strong\u003e (DGE) throughout the year.(3)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperts also disagree on the correct intake recommendation. This actually depends on many factors: baseline value, age, weight, sun exposure, skin color, etc. The DGE recommends a serum value of at least 50 nmol\/l and a daily intake of 800 IU (20 µg) vitamin D (from 2 years of age, in case of insufficient endogenous synthesis).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe renowned \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Geriatrics Society\u003c\/strong\u003e recommends that all individuals aged 70 and older consume 4000 IU (100 µg) of vitamin D daily (from all sources) to maintain a good serum level of at least 75 nmol\/l. This corresponds to the daily intake deemed safe (tolerable) by the \u003cstrong\u003eEuropean Food Safety Authority\u003c\/strong\u003e (EFSA) for individuals aged 11 and older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1)Holick et al. J Clin Endocrinol Metab (2011) 96(7):1911-30. (2)Bischoff-Ferrari et al. Am J Clin Nutr (2006) 84(1):18-28. (3)Rabenberg et al. BMC Public Health (2015) 15:641; Good Vitamin D level ≥ 75 nmol\/l 25(OH)D, according to Holick et al. J Clin Endocrinol Metab (2011) 96(7):1911-30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should pay particular attention to their vitamin D level?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryone during months with low UV radiation (October to March)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople who spend most of their time indoors or cover their skin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsers of sunscreens (SPF 10 reduces vitamin D production by 90%)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople with dark skin types\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, babies, and toddlers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWomen during\/after menopause\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverweight individuals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeniors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA vitamin D blood test (at the doctor's, in the pharmacy, or a\u003c\/strong\u003e self-test\u003cstrong\u003e) can provide clarity.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDr. Jacob's Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Oil \u003cem\u003eforte\u003c\/em\u003e – Vitamin Oil for Bones and Immune System*\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The vitamins contained in Dr. Jacob's Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Oil \u003cem\u003eforte\u003c\/em\u003e contribute to the following normal bodily functions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance of \u003cstrong\u003ebones\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin D and K\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance of \u003cstrong\u003eteeth\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance of \u003cstrong\u003emuscle function\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImmune system\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlays a role in \u003cstrong\u003ecell division\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNormal \u003cstrong\u003eabsorption\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eutilization\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003ecalcium\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNormal \u003cstrong\u003eblood clotting\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin K\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduction of \u003cstrong\u003efall risk**\u003c\/strong\u003e – Vitamin D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**In women and men aged 60 and over, falls represent a risk factor for bone fractures. The increased risk of falls in old age may be related to vitamin D supply. Daily intake of 800 IU (20 µg) vitamin D from all sources contributes to the reduction of fall risk in people aged 60 and over, which is associated with muscle weakness and physical instability. Falls are caused by several risk factors. A change in one of these risk factors may or may not show a positive effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProven quality at a fair price\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlready in 2015, Dr. Jacob's was the first manufacturer to introduce a Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e oil into German pharmacies. This was later followed by the higher-dosed Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Oil \u003cem\u003eforte\u003c\/em\u003e. Both oils are still produced in Germany today. The vitamins used are of pharmacopoeial quality and sourced from Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne bottle contains 640 drops with 50 µg (2000 IU) D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e + 50 µg K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e (all-trans MK-7) per drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is special about Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Menaquinone-7?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Jacob’s vitamin oils provide vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e in the form of menaquinone-7 (all-trans MK-7). This form can be absorbed and utilized by the body particularly well compared to vitamin K\u003csub\u003e1\u003c\/sub\u003e and other K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e forms. Thanks to its high stability, about half of the vitamin is still detectable in the blood after three days, while for vitamin K\u003csub\u003e1\u003c\/sub\u003e, the half-life is only 1.5 hours (Schurgers et al., 2007).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Menaquinone-7 we use comes from Europe and is particularly pure and effective*. It contains almost 100% of the active, natural form of Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e, the so-called trans-form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor comparison: analyses of common vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e raw materials from China showed unknown chemical impurities of 88–90%. Lower quality vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e contains, in addition to the biologically active trans-form, a high proportion of the biologically inactive cis-form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural Vitamin E and MCT oil for optimal protection and stability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamins D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e and K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e are very sensitive to oxidation. Dr. Jacob's Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003eK\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e Oil \u003cem\u003eforte\u003c\/em\u003e therefore contains natural Vitamin E (tocopherols) as an antioxidant in the optimal dosage. This is crucial, as both too little and too much Vitamin E can accelerate the degradation of Vitamins D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e and K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e. The correct amount ensures the vitamin content until the best-before date. Regular analyses confirm the long-term stability of the vitamin content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditionally, high-quality MCT oil from coconut oil protects the sensitive vitamin and improves its absorption in the body. Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are more stable than long-chain fatty acids, such as those found in olive oil, and thus offer better protection against oxidation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDr. Jacob's vitamin oils benefit from the manufacturer's many years of experience – a characteristic that imitators lack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest interplay: The ideal partners of Vitamin D\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only Vitamin D\u003csub\u003e3\u003c\/sub\u003e contributes to the maintenance of normal bones, but also Vitamin K\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e. Both work synergistically and should ideally be taken in combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium metabolism is closely intertwined with magnesium and potassium. Magnesium supports the maintenance of normal bones and the normal function of nerves and muscles. Potassium contributes to the normal function of muscles and the nervous system, as well as to the maintenance of normal blood pressure. According to NVS2, a deficiency in these minerals is common (4).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(4)National Consumption Study 2 (MRI 2008).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dr. Jacobs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53283405791571,"sku":"10104","price":30.7,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/6336\/5203\/files\/ND3K2F-1_800x800_10ad68d4-9e0a-4243-9184-a89087cf659c.webp?v=1773823099","url":"https:\/\/auteniq.de\/en\/products\/dr-jacobs-vitamin-d3k2-ol-forte-20-ml","provider":"auteniQ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}