🥦Vitamin K2 is essential for preventing calcium buildup in soft tissues and promoting strong, healthy bones.
🍳Egg yolks from pasture-raised, organic eggs are a good source of vitamin K2.
🧀Hard and soft cheeses like gouda have significant amounts of vitamin K2.
🥩Beef liver is a rich source of vitamin K2 and can be consumed as pate.
🥬Natto, a fermented soybean product, contains the highest amount of vitamin K2.
What is the difference between vitamin K1 and K2?
—While both types of vitamin K are essential for blood clotting, vitamin K2 is specifically involved in preventing calcium buildup in soft tissues.
How much vitamin K2 should I consume?
—For a maintenance dose, 100 micrograms of vitamin K2 is recommended. For a therapeutic dose, increase it to 400 micrograms.
Should I take vitamin D3 with vitamin K2?
—Yes, it's recommended to take vitamin D3 with vitamin K2 to ensure proper calcium metabolism and absorption.
What are the best sources of vitamin K2?
—Foods high in vitamin K2 include natto, beef liver, egg yolks, hard and soft cheeses, and grass-fed dairy products.
Is sauerkraut a good source of vitamin K2?
—Yes, sauerkraut contains a small amount of vitamin K2.
00:00Vitamin K2 is important for preventing calcium buildup in soft tissues and promoting strong bones.
00:22To maintain vitamin K2 levels, a daily dose of 100 micrograms is sufficient.
00:56Taking vitamin D3 with vitamin K2 is recommended for optimal calcium metabolism.
01:23Natto, a fermented soybean product, has the highest amount of vitamin K2.
01:42Other sources of vitamin K2 include beef liver, egg yolks, hard and soft cheeses, and sauerkraut.
