For which tasks is vitamin K2 responsible?

Table of Contents:

1. what is vitamin K2 responsible for?

2. vitamin K2 for the arteries

3. the daily requirement of vitamin K2

4. vitamin K2 in the form of dietary supplements

5. conclusion

2. vitamin K2 for the arteries

Blood clotting is essential for the human body. It serves to stop bleeding and close injuries. Blood clotting occurs in different stages. When a blood vessel is injured, the first thing that happens is that blood platelets, also known as thrombocytes, accumulate on the vessel wall. Then the platelets clump together tightly and the clotting factors deposit on the injured vessel. The reaction chain causes the wound tapes to contract and close the wound. Vitamin K2 is essential for wound healing. In vitamin K2 are GLA proteins, which are responsible for the regulation of calcium in the vascular tissues. If a deficiency occurs, arteriosclerosis may result. In addition, other damages can occur such as hardening of arteries or increase of cardiovascular diseases. These diseases can be prevented by taking vitamin K2.

3 The daily requirement of vitamin K2

The German Nutrition Society (DGE) recommends a daily amount of about 60-80 µg of vitamin K2 for adolescents 15 years and older and adults. In general, children should reach a daily amount of about 20-50 µg. Dosage and daily requirement may vary in certain life situations such as pregnancy or breastfeeding. Newborns obtain their vitamin K2 from their mother's milk. However, since this is insufficient and does not fill the stores, infants are given additional vitamin K2 by the doctor at the first examination after birth.

4. vitamin K2 in the form of dietary supplements

If you want to increase a vitamin K2 level that is too low with a dietary supplement, you should definitely pay attention to the form of the active ingredient and its origin. Vitamin K2 capsules are particularly suitable for increasing the vitamin K2 value. They are very well tolerated and are utilized by the body to a high degree. Likewise, the preparation should not contain any chemical additives such as microcrystalline cellulose. If you buy a preparation from Germany, you can be sure that the product has also been produced safely and is of high quality.

5. conclusion: What is vitamin K2 responsible for?

In this blog, you will learn more about which areas of responsibility vitamin K2 is responsible for and what the daily requirement is. Vitamin K2 can be supplemented in the form of dietary supplements. You can choose between vitamin K2 capsules and vitamin K2 tablets. Both forms are easy to handle and enter the circulation quickly. For optimal intake, always stick to the recommended daily amount and discuss any changes with a doctor.

Further reading:

• Management of Iron-Deficiency Anemia in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
• Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia
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