Cyto-Matrix, Cal·Mag + Vitamin D3 & K2, Liquid, Blueberry, 450ml

Calcium has been one of the most supplemented nutrients in the world ever since it was acknowledged for its crucial role in bone mineral density. However, research has come quite a long way since this discovery, acknowledging the importance of other nutrients such as magnesium, vitamin D3 and K2 for skeletal health.

Moreover, these nutrients work together to improve health outcomes outside the realm of bone health. Various blends of calcium, magnesium and vitamin D3 have shown to be beneficial in clinical trials related to premenstrual cramping, muscle cramping, leg cramps in pregnancy, preeclampsia and even heartburn.

All of these aforementioned nutrients have unique and interconnected relationships. The actions of calcium and magnesium oppose one another in the musculoskeletal system, with calcium needed for muscle contraction and magnesium needed for muscle relaxation. Vitamin D3 is necessary for calcium absorption from the digestive tract, while magnesium is required to activate enzymes related to vitamin D3 metabolism. In fact, individuals that are magnesium-replete are much less likely to be vitamin D3 deficient. 

Finally, vitamin K2 works synergistically with vitamin D3 to support heart health, bone health, immune function and more. Vitamin K2 is a nutrient that is now well-known to be crucial for the proper distribution of calcium into the skeletal system and away from the cardiovascular system. It does this through its ability to activate two proteins, osteocalcin and matrix-GLA protein, thereby shunting calcium in the proper direction. Quite simply, a deficiency in any one of these four nutrients can disrupt the overall balance in the body.

Although there is no definitive research to declare the optimal ratio of calcium to magnesium, evidence does show that high calcium diets can lower magnesium stores and decrease magnesium absorption. With this in mind, a 2:1 or 3:1 ratio of calcium to magnesium is generally accepted as well-balanced in the general population.

Mineral form can greatly impact absorption rates. Research shows that calcium citrate is significantly better absorbed when compared to calcium carbonate. Citrate forms do not require adequate stomach acid to be optimally absorbed, unlike calcium carbonate which is severely impacted by low stomach acid.

Cal·Mag + Vitamin D3 & K2 by Cyto·Matrix provides 166.6mg of elemental calcium, 65mg of elemental magnesium, 333 IU of vitamin D3 and 30 micrograms of vitamin K2 per liquid teaspoon. Both minerals are provided as highly bioavailable citrate salts while vitamins D3 and K2 are delivered in their active forms, cholecalciferol and MK-7, respectively. Vitamin K2 is found as K2VITAL™, the patented non-soy derived MK-7 that is microencapsulated with a starch bilayer for superior protection and stability The blend is minimally sweetened with a natural blueberry flavour, with variable dosing recommendations to accommodate a wide range of both pediatric and adult needs. The great taste and liquid delivery of Cal·Mag + Vitamin D3 & K2 act to significantly enhance patient compliance to your prescription.

• A well-absorbed blend of calcium, magnesium, vitamin D3 and K2 in a convenient liquid form and a delicious blueberry flavour, suitable for a wide range of pediatric and adult populations.
• 166.6mg of calcium (citrate) and 65mg of magnesium (citrate) per liquid teaspoon, providing an evidence-based 2.5:1 ratio of calcium to magnesium
• Additional 333 IU of vitamin D3 and 30 mcg of K2VITAL™, the patented non-soy derived MK-7 that is microencapsulated with a starch bilayer for superior protection and stability, per liquid teaspoon
• Suitable for both pediatric and adult populations to support healthy musculoskeletal health, cardiovascular health and immune function
• Creamy and non-chalky texture with a natural blueberry flavour