Health benefits and sources of vitamin K
What is the function of vitamin K?
Vitamin K refers to a group of fat-soluble vitamins that play a role in blood clotting, bone metabolism, and regulating blood calcium levels.
The body needs vitamin K to produce prothrombin, a protein and clotting factor that is important in blood clotting and bone metabolism.
People who use blood-thinning medications, should not start consuming additional vitamin K without first asking a doctor.
The following products are rich in this vitamin:
- Spinach;
- Cabbage;
- Broccoli;
- Lettuce leaf;
- Green beans;
- Asparagus;
- Pickled cucumber;
- Parsley;
- Leafy beets;
- Blackberry;
- Avocado;
- Peas and others.
