Real Story Behind Vitamin K and Clotting Concerns
Many headlines and social media posts amplify fears by suggesting a single vitamin dramatically raises overnight stroke risk. In reality, the science is more about interactions and steady intake than outright danger for most people.
Vitamin K exists in two main forms:
- Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone): Found mainly in leafy green vegetables like kale, spinach, and broccoli.
- Vitamin K2 (menaquinone): Present in fermented foods, certain cheeses, and animal products; some research explores its role in calcium metabolism.
In healthy individuals without blood-thinning
