vitamin k

Vitamin K

Vitamin K is an important nutrient that plays a role in blood clotting and bone health.

It is found in plants and is the primary source of vitamin K that humans obtain through foods.
It is an essential nutrient necessary for responding to injuries – it regulates normal blood clotting. In addition, by assisting the transport of calcium throughout the body, Vitamin K may also be helpful for bone health: it may reduce bone loss, and decrease risk of bone fractures. It also may help to prevent calcification of arteries and other soft tissue.

Deficiency
It is rare to have a deficiency in vitamin K. This is because vitamin K can be readily obtained from leafy green foods and is also made from bacteria in your intestines. gums or nose. A deficiency may be the result of malabsorption problems, celiac disease, cystic fibrosis, Crohn's disease, blood thinning drugs, or serious burns.

Vitamin K Sources:

  Cabbage

  Cereals

  Cauliflower

  Fish, liver, beef, eggs

  Dark leafy vegetables (spinach, kale, collards, turnip greens)

 Dark green vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, asparagus)

Dosage

For a healthy body, adults should consume 90 mcg/day of vitamin K.

 

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