Did you know that vitamin K2 can prevent calcium buildup in the arteries? This is an important compound for our cardiovascular system. Let’s take a closer look at how it works and where you can find it in your diet.
Vitamin K1 vs. K2:
here are two main kinds of vitamin K:
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Vitamin K1 comes from green leafy vegetables like spinach and is essential for blood clotting.
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Vitamin K2 is found mostly in animal-based and fermented foods. Many people aren’t familiar with K2, but it plays a crucial role in preventing calcium deposits in arteries, helping to reduce the risk of heart disease.
Where Can You Find Vitamin K2?
You don’t necessarily need supplements to get enough K2—many common foods are great sources of it. Some top choices include:
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Natto (a traditional Japanese dish made from fermented soybeans)
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Eel
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Cheeses such as gouda, edam, raclette, and Jarlsberg
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Beef liver
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Grass-fed butter
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Dark meat like goose leg
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Sauerkraut
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Egg yolks from pasture-raised chickens
A well-rounded diet that includes these items can help you maintain healthy levels of vitamin K2 naturally.
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