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Vitamin K

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Also Known as: Phylloquinone, Phytonadione, Menadiol

Vitamin K is the family name for a series of essential fat-soluble compounds, which are stored in the Liver in minute amounts.

The best-known role for Vitamin K is the maintenance of normal blood coagulation and thus its derived name from the term “Koagulation Vitamin”. It also helps with strengthening of the bones and capillaries. It has been shown from a recent study that if taken in large doses, vitamin K might lower the risk of fractures of the hip, and conversely, a deficiency of vitamin K could lead to an increase risk of osteoporosis.

Initial laboratory studies on cancerous tumors has shown that Vitamin K might be an effective vitamin to slow down the growth of the tumors, and a current study is looking at the effectiveness of vitamin K for cancer treatment.

RESOURCE REFERENCES This information has been gathered from the Australian Government's Natural Health and Medical Research Centre, Food Standards Australia New Zealand, The UK Government's Expert Group on Vitamins and Minerals, US's Office of Dietary Supplements National Institutes of Health, National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine and a number of other reputable publications. This information should not be used for self-diagnosis or self-treatment, and it is not meant to be substituted for medical advice.