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Vitamin K1

What is Vitamin K1?
Vitamin K1 is a fat soluble vitanmin derived from alfalfa oil. Also known as Phytomenadione, Phylloquinone, Phytylmenaquinone. The term vitamin K2 includes a group of related natural compounds, menaquinones, differing in the number of isoprene units in the side chain and in their degree of unsaturation.

Function
  • aids in reducing excessive menstrual flow
  • aids the absorption of calcium in bone
  • essential for normal liver functioning
  • essential for synthesis of four proteins that act in coagulation
  • important in maintaining vitality and longevity
  • necessary for formation of prothrombin which is required for effective blood clotting
  • involved in electron transport mechanism and oxdative phosphorylation


    • Food Source
  • alfalfa
  • blackstrap molasses
  • broccoli
  • Brussels sprouts
  • cauliflower
  • cereals
  • cow's milk
  • egg yolks
  • fish liver oils
  • green plants, such as lettuce
  • kelp
  • leafy green vegetables, such as cabbage, spinach
  • meats, such as pig and beef liver
  • peas
  • polyunsaturated oils
  • potatoes
  • string beans
  • yogurt


    • Used For
  • anticoagulant drug overdose
  • hemorrhagic disease in newborn babies
  • inhibiting some cancer tumors
  • overcoming inability to absorb vitamins
  • overcoming effects of antibiotics on intestinal bacteria
  • protecton against osteoporosis


    • Symptoms of Deficiency
    Vitamins K1 Deficiency excessive bleeding and hemorrhage.

    Deficiency Leads To
    Vitamin deficiency Leads Toinability of blood to coagulate.

    Symptoms of Toxicity
    none reported

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