Essentials O3-D3-K2

There are some nutrients that are particularly important in supplementation due to insufficient intake through a normal diet or other factors. Foremost among these are the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, as well as vitamins D3 and K2.

To help you meet your daily needs for the micronutrients vitamin D3, K2, and the polyunsaturated omega-3 fats EPA and DHA, we at More provide exactly these nutrients in high-quality form and in a coordinated dosage with our Essentials O3-D3-K2.

ESSENTIALS O3-D3-K2 at a glance:

• High-quality raw materials
• Omega-3 in natural triglyceride form for best absorption
• Micro-encapsulated all-trans vitamin K2-MK7
• Ideal for daily intake
• Without preservatives

Ingredients & Effects

Even with a conscious and balanced diet, it is not always possible to optimally cover the need for important nutrients. Their supply – such as vitamin D3 – also depends on external circumstances, or one would have to consume certain foods in very large quantities to meet the requirement. In the case of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, that would be a large amount of fatty cold-water fish, preferably wild-caught. For this reason, we developed Essentials O3-D3-K2 as More’s first product. A product that simply and safely supplies you optimally with the important vitamins D3 and K2 as well as the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA. Of course, this supplement does not replace a balanced and body-important diet, which should be tailored to your needs. But why are the Essentials so important?

Not just omega-3 capsules: also vitamin D3

Vitamin D belongs to the fat-soluble vitamins. Unlike water-soluble vitamins, fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed together with fats, which is why the absorption of the vitamins can be increased by simultaneous intake of fat through food. Vitamin D3 holds a very special position among the many vitamins, as it can be covered by the body’s own production under optimal conditions. However, this endogenous production is only possible through UVB light exposure. This means that your body can only produce vitamin D3 itself with the help of the sun’s UVB radiation. In our latitudes, however, the UVB radiation is only sufficient from spring until the end of summer to produce enough vitamin D. With enough sun, exposed skin, and no use of sunscreen, vitamin D is then synthesised under the skin. Vitamin D can also be obtained through diet, but it occurs only in small amounts in foods. That in our latitudes and due to modern lifestyles UVB light exposure is insufficient and thus the body’s own production is not enough for many people is shown by the results of the National Consumption Study II (NVS II). According to NVS II, over 90% of women and over 80% of men did not even reach the minimum intake recommended by the German Nutrition Society.¹ The DGE recommends adults take at least 20 µg/day if endogenous synthesis is lacking.² Overdosing should also be avoided. The maximum daily amount of vitamin D has been set at 100 µg/day.³ If not enough vitamin D is synthesised, this vitamin should be taken additionally to counteract a deficiency. Since vitamin D contributes to several important functions in our body, our product contains 25 µg vitamin D3 per 2 capsules, so you can easily and sufficiently cover your needs. Vitamin D, together with vitamin K, is especially important for a healthy skeleton, as both contribute to the maintenance of normal bones. Vitamin D also helps maintain normal muscle function and normal teeth. Furthermore, it plays a role in cell division and contributes to the normal absorption and utilisation of calcium and phosphorus.

Vitamin K2

The best-known vitamin K compounds are vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) and K2 (menaquinone). Like vitamin D, vitamin K is fat-soluble. While vitamin K1 is found in many plant foods such as cabbage or leafy vegetables, vitamin K2 is produced bacterially and mainly occurs in animal foods such as meat or dairy products. The vitamin is absorbed in the intestine and then transported via the blood to the liver, where it can perform its main function. Vitamin K predominantly contributes to normal blood clotting and the maintenance of normal bones and should therefore be supplemented if intake through diet is insufficient. The daily requirement for adults according to the DGE ranges between 50 µg and 80 µg depending on age and gender.⁵ No official upper limit has been established for vitamin K2. According to EFSA, studies show no evidence of harmful effects associated with additional intake of vitamin K in the form of phylloquinone up to 10 mg/day.⁶ The Expert Group on Vitamins and Minerals (EVM) has set a guideline for a safe total daily intake from supplements for adults at 1,000 µg.⁷ For our ESSENTIALS, we rely on micro-encapsulated all-trans vitamin K2-MK7. This is a very stable form of vitamin K2, which also has very high bioavailability. Vitamin K2 is degraded unprotected in certain formulations with other substances or under certain environmental conditions. The highly bioavailable form of K2-MK7 is particularly susceptible to this. Therefore, only micro-encapsulated vitamin K2-MK7 is acceptable for us, so you are truly supplied with the amount stated on the label. The compound used is well utilised by your body. The recommended serving of 2 capsules contains 50 μg vitamin K2.

Omega-3 fatty acids

Fatty acids serve our body, among other things, as an energy source and play an important role in our metabolism. The polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acids are essential for us and must be obtained through diet because our body cannot synthesise them itself. The most important omega-3 fatty acids are:

• Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
• Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)
• Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Contrary to widespread belief, the two long-chain omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA can only be formed in very small amounts by our body from plant-based ALA, which is found, for example, in linseed oil.⁸ Therefore, additional intake of EPA and DHA is recommended for adequate supply even by the largest cardiological professional societies in Europe and the USA, the European Society of Cardiology and American Heart Association. Since omega-3 fatty acids are components of our cell membranes, they also influence their properties. Furthermore, the fatty acids are precursors of some hormones and other substances in the body. DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision. This effect is achieved with a daily intake of 250 mg DHA. DHA also contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function, which is also achieved with an intake of 250 mg DHA. EPA and DHA both contribute to normal heart function. The effect regarding heart function is achieved with a daily intake of 250 mg EPA/DHA. To ensure omega-3 fatty acids can fully exert their effect, one serving of Essentials contains 1000 mg EPA and 500 mg DHA. We also use fish oil in its natural triglyceride form, as this has higher bioavailability and thus allows better absorption in the body compared to the ethyl ester form.

What makes our Essentials O3-D3-K2 so special?

We rely on a well-founded combination of active ingredients from high-quality raw materials in all our products. With an optimally coordinated formulation, your body is excellently supported in the aforementioned functions. So you don’t have to buy each nutrient separately and worry about dosage ratios, we have combined vitamin D3, vitamin K2, and the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA in just one preparation. Our product contains 240 capsules, so you don’t have to worry about your supply for quite some time. Of course, in all our products, the recommended maximum amounts and microbial purity are also taken into account, which is especially important for fish oil. With us, you can trust uncompromising top quality. We pay attention to the origin and composition of every raw material. Through the controlled manufacturing process, we can guarantee that our products contain exactly what is declared on the label. Regular laboratory analyses not only test microbial purity, including heavy metal contamination by lead and cadmium – but also analyse the individual ingredients. This process sets us significantly apart from other manufacturers who only test ingredients once. You can view the laboratory analyses from independent certified testing laboratories with us at any time. As you can see, we also rely on the highest quality standards for our Essentials O3-D3-K2 and prove them. When it comes to your health, you should only trust the best. And if you want to avoid bovine gelatin as a capsule shell: Essentials O3-D3-K2 with fish gelatin capsule shell are also “halal” and suitable for pescatarians.

Buy Essentials O3-D3-K2 easily online

Are you looking for a preparation that combines the important vitamins D and K with the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA? You can order our ESSENTIALS online in just a few steps. It’s that easy:

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