Vitamin K

What is Vitamin K

Vitamin K is two natural fat-soluble vitamins, vitamin K1 and vitamin K2. Vitamin K1 is also called as phylloquinone or phytomenadione (phytonadione), while vitamin K2 known as menaquinone and menatetrenone.

Vitamin K1 present in plants.

Vitamin K2 is produced in the colon (large intestine) by bacteria. In some cases, administering a broad spectrum antibiotic long-term may reduce the vitamin-producing bacteria population.

Vitamin K and You

• Vitamin K is vital for proper blood coagulation (clotting).
• It helps to make four of the thirteen proteins required for blood clotting. 
• It is also good in maintaining good bone health as we grow.
• It gives help in protection against liver and prostate cancer
• It aid prevention of calcification of arteries
• It protects your bones from fracture and also prevent postmenopausal bone loss

Vitamin K1  sources:

• Spinach
• Spring Onions
• Cabbage
• Kale
• Brussels Sprouts
• Avocado
• Kiwifruit
• Grapes
• Cucumber 
• Parsley - two tablespoon contain 153% of RDA (recommended daily amount)
• Cauliflower
• Broccoli
• Brussel sprouts

 
 Vitamin K2 sources:    

• Meat         
• Dairy products       
• Eggs