How much vitamin K1 is needed daily?
Enough, according to the National Institutes of Health Trusted Source Vitamin K In intake
- Babies from birth to 6 months – 2 micrograms
- Children 7-12 months -2.5 mcg
- Children 1-3 years old – 30 mcg
- Children 4-8 years old – 55 mcg
- Children 9-13 years old – 60 mcg
- Children 14-18 years old – 75 mcg
- Men aged 19 and over – 120 mcg
- All adult women 19 years and above, pregnant, lactating mothers – 90 mcg.
Dietary Reference Intakes do not set upper limits for vitamin K1 because excess intake is rare.
Why does the body need vitamin K1?
Vitamin K1 is said to be an important nutrient for human health, although it is not necessary to mention it separately in food items. It can help in blood clotting. Protects you from excessive bleeding in case of unexpected injury. Bleeding can be dangerous if the blood does not clot in severe wounds.
Some studies have linked higher vitamin K intake with lower bone mineral density and bone density found a correlation between It also suggests that higher intakes may be safe. Yet some research has found that vitamin K intake leads to higher bone mineral density and increased risk of hip fracture.
Vitamin K1 helps reduce the risk of heart disease. This nutrient is essential for the production of a group of proteins that prevent hardening of the arteries. However, more research is needed to determine the link between vitamin K and heart risk.
What are the symptoms of vitamin K deficiency?
Vitamin K1 deficiency is more common in children. Especially common in newborns. The placenta does not absorb vitamin K very well. And breast milk may be low in vitamins. Some may have very little. When these are deficient
- Heavy bleeding
- Abrasion easily
- Excessive menstruation
- There is blood in the stool.
A blood test is the only way to know if you have adequate vitamin K1 levels. Adequate intake can often be obtained through a variety of foods.
Precautions while taking Vitamin K1
Because adequate vitamin K1 is required, eating too many leafy greens may cause gastrointestinal upset due to excess fiber rather than side effects from vitamin K1.
Some vitamin K1 may be problematic when people take certain medications that thin the blood. It is best to discuss vitamin K1 with a doctor. Apart from these some antibiotics and some medicines for cancer, seizures and high cholesterol can be affected by vitamin K1.
Also, those on dialysis for kidney disease, those with liver or gallbladder disease, and those with bowel problems should discuss vitamin K1 use with their doctor.
Pregnant women should avoid vitamin K1 supplements as they may cause jaundice in babies.
What foods contain vitamin K1?
Vitamin K1 is fat soluble.
- Greens Leafy greens in particular are rich in vitamin K1.
- Cooked Cabbage
- Cooked turnip greens
- Collard greens
- Cooked greens
- Basil
- Thyme
- Oregano is a dried herb.
