Vitamin K2 (MK-7)
60 Vegan Capsules (2-Month Supply)
Item# RTX-DS1700-060

Vitamin K2 is a category of fat-soluble vitamin K that is essential for the human body. Vitamin K2, also known as menaquinone, is further subdivided into short-chain and long-chain menaquinones. One such long-chain menaquinone is MK-7. Widely known for playing a role in supporting bone health, Vitamin K2, particularly menaquinone-7 (MK-7), has been gaining momentum in the research industry.

Bone health and vitamin K2
Vitamin K2 MK-7 is produced by the gut bacteria by converting vitamin K1. However, MK-7 produced by the gut bacteria does not contribute much to the overall vitamin K status as most of it is passed out of the body. Among the external sources, fermented foods such as cheese is one of the common sources of Vitamin K2 MK-7, but cheese is also a minimal source of Vitamin K2 MK-7. Japanese fermented soybean dish, popularly known as Natto, is a major source of Vitamin K2 MK-7, but its taste is not for everyone.

Nattokinase is an enzyme extracted from Natto, which is responsible for providing maximum benefits of Vitamin K2 MK-7. Nattokinase helps in directing calcium to our bones. Calcium inadequacy is a problem faced by many of us, hence at times we resort to calcium supplements in order to support our bone health. However, research suggests that increased calcium intake can lead to arterial calcification with deposits of calcium lined up on our arterial walls.

Osteocalcin is a protein formed in our bones that helps take calcium from the blood circulation and bind it to the bone matrix. However, osteocalcin needs to be activated, and Vitamin K2 MK-7 does the vital job of activating this protein. Osteocalcin upon activation influences bone mineralization, thus supporting stronger bones.

In short, Vitamin K2 MK-7 acts as the factor for directing calcium to where it belongs (bones) and away from wrong areas, such as blood vessels.¹

Heart and arterial health
Deposition of calcium in the walls of blood vessels and soft tissues is termed as arterial calcification. Increased consumption of calcium can be one of the reasons for arterial calcification leading to arterial stiffening, thus increasing the risk of heart problems. Another reason for arterial calcification can be metabolic disorders.

Vitamin K2 MK-7 has been gaining momentum for the last few years in promoting a healthy calcium balance in your arteries. Vitamin K2 MK-7 is deemed necessary for the activation of matrix-Gla proteins (MGP). Matrix-Gla proteins (MGP) are essential for inhibition of arterial calcification. Matrix-Gla proteins inhibit the deposits of calcium on the walls, thus supporting cardiovascular health.

Inhibits inflammation
Apart from promoting bone and heart health, Vitamin K2 MK-7 also helps in regulating one more aging-related mechanism. MK-7 is able to modulate immune inflammatory factors by potentially inhibiting gene expression and generation of proinflammatory markers produced by the white blood cells called monocytes.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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3. Journal of medicinal food. 2016 Jul 1;19(7):663-9.

Organic Turmeric Extract with Black Pepper Extract
60 Vegan Capsules (1-Month Supply)
Item# RTX-DS1900-060

Long-hailed for its medicinal, therapeutic and culinary benefits across some cultures in the world, Turmeric continues to gain ground as a 'root’ for well-being. In the few years it has gained interest from the medical world as it is a major source of the polyphenol called curcumin. However, taking Turmeric on itself is not enough. Due to its low bioavailability, it is necessary to combine it with another therapeutic spice—Black Pepper—in order to gain maximum benefits. Black Pepper is also known across the world for its therapeutic benefits.

Turmeric and Black Pepper
Native to the Indian subcontinent, Turmeric is long used in Ayurveda for its therapeutic properties. However, unlike some cultures, you might not have the habit of adding Turmeric in your food. Turmeric mainly constitutes of 60-70% carbohydrates, and one of its most important components is curcumin, which constitutes around 3%. However, ingesting curcumin on itself makes it less bioavailable and less effective on its associated benefits. But, combining curcumin with piperine, an important component of Black Pepper, leads to increased bioavailability of curcumin. In fact, according to a study published in Planta medica, piperine enhances the bioavailability of curcumin by 2000%.¹

Inhibits inflammation
Curcumin plays an important role inhibiting inflammatory factors. Research suggests that curcumin promotes cardiovascular health by supporting healthy cholesterol levels already within normal range, helping to inhibit vascular inflammation, and more. According to a study published in Clinical nutrition, supplementation with curcuminoid-piperine significantly improved oxidative and inhibited inflammatory factors in patients.²

According to research, curcumin directly interacts with white adipose tissue to inhibit inflammatory factors. In a clinical study published in Complementary Therapies in Medicine, curcumin-piperine combination has lipid modifying effects.³

Digestive health
For ages, Turmeric is known for its role in promoting healthy bowel function. With reduced gut spasms, gut inflammation and increased bowel activity, Turmeric in combination with Black Pepper supports digestive health.⁴

Oxidative stress
We are exposed to a lot of stress, pollution, harmful chemicals and rays on a daily basis. This leads to Oxidative stress in our body. Oxidative stress occurs when free radicals that are generated in the body due to stress, pollution, UV rays, and harmful chemicals bind to your healthy cells, causing them to damage and denature. Oxidative stress and impaired cellular function occur when there is an increase in the body’s oxidant concentrations (free radicals), overwhelming the available antioxidants. Studies have shown that Turmeric is an excellent spice, which has the ability to effectively reduce oxidative stress, thus promoting antioxidant capacity. According to a clinical study published in the Asian Journal of Sports Medicine, curcumin showed positive effects on exercise-induced oxidative stress and led to an increase in Total Antioxidant Capacity of subjects.⁵

Add Organic Turmeric Extract with Black Pepper Extract to your health regimen
No whole-body health regimen is complete without turmeric. So choose a formula made with Black Pepper. Try Organic Turmeric Extract with Black Pepper Extract today!

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

1. Planta medica. 1998 May;64(04):353-6.
2. Clinical nutrition. 2015 Dec 1;34(6):1101-8.
3. Complementary therapies in medicine. 2014 Oct 1;22(5):851-7.
4. World journal of gastroenterology: WJG. 2013 Dec 28;19(48):9256.
5. Asian Journal of Sports Medicine. 2017;8(1).

Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae
60 Vegan Capsules (1-Month Supply)
Item# RTX-DS2600-060

Klamath Blue-Green Algae is a superfood for containing a balanced amount of nutrients in small microscopic cells. It is found around the world, including the Baltic Sea and the Great Lakes. They also bloom on the Upper Klamath Lake, Oregon.

Klamath Blue-Green Algae comes under the class cyanobacteria and scientifically known as Aphanizomenon flos-aquae (AFA), which are a powerhouse of vitamins, minerals, simple carbohydrates, lipids, glycoproteins, and active enzymes. On a dry weight basis, AFA contains 10% polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) — very crucial for balancing fluidity inside membranes.

Research conducted at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School demonstrates that Aphanizomenon flos-aquae raises levels of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in blood. These omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) help to smooth functioning of the nervous system and various other organ systems. Research suggests that EPA and DHA are more efficient in raising PUFA levels in the blood than soybean oil.¹

Why take Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae?

Excellent source of vitamin B12:
AFA contains a high amount of B group of vitamins, especially vitamin B12, or Cyanocobalamin. This vitamin is naturally available from animal sources but rarely found in plant foods. AFA is an excellent vegan source of this vitamin B12. It helps in producing healthy red blood cells and is essential for the synthesis of nucleic acid and formation of myelin sheath.²

Has excellent antioxidant and helps inhibit inflammatory factors.³

A research study conducted on human erythrocytes and blood plasma samples concluded that the extract of AFA blue-green algae enriched with phycocyanin protects human erythrocytes and blood plasma against oxidative stress.⁴

Good source of protein and phenylethylamine
Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae contains a high amount of protein—approximately 60% on the dry weight basis. The amino acid composition of the klamath blue-green algae possess high nutraceutical values.⁵

Phenylethylamine is a neuromodulator found abundantly in Aphanizomenon flos-aquae blue-green algae. This chemical compound helps modulate your biological response to stress, promotes brain health, and helps in maintaining various physiological functions.⁶

Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae is the best natural vegan source of vitamin B12 and natural stress-support supplement formula. So don't stress — add Klamath Lake Blue-Green Algae to your nutritional regimen today.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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2. Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity. 2018.
3. Inflamm Res. 1998 Jan;47(1):36-41
4. Life Sci. 2004 Sep 24;75(19):2353-62.
5. J Agric Food Chem. 2016 Sep 7;64(35):6708-15.
6. Mol Pharmacol. 2005 Apr; 67(4):1283-90.