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Form guide

Best form of Vitamin K2

What is the best form of Vitamin K2?

Most people get the best results from Vitamin K2 in softgel form. Liquid or oil inside a gelatin shell. Standard format for fat-soluble vitamins and fish oil.

Softgel

Most recommended

Liquid or oil inside a gelatin shell. Standard format for fat-soluble vitamins and fish oil.

Absorption:
standard
Convenience:
high
Shelf life:
long

Pros

  • Ideal for oils and fat-soluble vitamins
  • Easy to swallow
  • No oil reflux when intact

Cons

  • • Gelatin (non-vegan) unless specified
  • • Larger pill size

Capsule

Gelatin or veggie shell holding powder. Standard release; easy to dose precisely.

Absorption:
standard
Convenience:
high
Shelf life:
long

Pros

  • Precise per-dose amount
  • Travel-friendly
  • Neutral taste
  • Long shelf life

Cons

  • • Slower onset than liquids
  • • Can be hard to swallow for some
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