Nutrition and Health

The Vital Role of Vitamin K2 in Health and Disease

Increasing evidence suggests that Vitamin K2 is protective in multiple organs, addressing nine health conditions.

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Last year, I wrote an article about the benefits of vitamin K2 for structural health. Some readers from the health community mentioned that their physicians also recommended it for other conditions and wanted to know about my research on K2. As I have been studying this vitamin for a long time, especially its effect on the brain and heart, I decided to share the summary of my literature review in this story in clear language.

Vitamin K has been known for around 80 years for its crucial role in blood clotting. Recently, the discovery of various forms of Vitamin K has shed light on its significant roles beyond just blood clotting. Emerging evidence shows Vitamin K2’s protective role in multiple organs, addressing various health conditions and preventing associated deficiencies.

While numerous trials have shown promising results with Vitamin K2, there remains an ongoing quest to comprehend its precise mechanisms within the body. Notably, global health entities like the WHO, FDA, and EFSA have set recommended Vitamin K intake levels primarily based on K1’s clotting…