Vitamin K - Essential for Blood Clotting and Strong Bones
Quality and effective support for a healthy body
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in blood clotting, bone health, and calcium distribution in the body. There are two major forms:
- Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) – Mainly found in green leafy vegetables, primarily supports blood clotting.
- Vitamin K2 (menaquinone) – Found in fermented foods, helps with bone and heart health.
Why is Vitamin K important?
Supports blood clotting and wound healing
Vitamin K activates proteins that are needed for normal blood clotting . This prevents excessive blood loss and helps wounds heal. A deficiency can lead to spontaneous bruising or bleeding.
Crucial for strong bones and calcium absorption
Vitamin K plays an essential role in the regulation of calcium in the body. This helps transport calcium to the bones and prevents it from accumulating in blood vessels. This reduces bone loss (osteoporosis) and keeps blood vessels flexible.
Support for heart and blood vessels
By reducing calcium build-up in the blood vessels, Vitamin K2 helps prevent calcification of the arteries, which contributes to a healthy heart and stable blood pressure.
What form of Vitamin K do you need?
| Type | Sources | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K1 | Spinach, kale, broccoli | Essential for blood clotting |
| Vitamin K2 MK-4 | Meat, eggs, dairy | Rapidly absorbed, short duration of action |
| Vitamin K2 MK-7 | Fermented foods (natto, cheese) | Long lasting effect, good for bones and heart |
Our selection of Vitamin K supplements
We offer high quality vitamin K supplements from top brands such as Solgar, Vitaplex and Allergy Research Group . Choose the right formula for your health: K1, K2 MK-4 or K2 MK-7 .
Tip: Combine Vitamin K with Vitamin D3 for optimal calcium absorption and strong bones!