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Vitamin K

Vitamin K at a Glance

  • Primary Role: Vital for blood clotting and bone metabolism.
  • Classification: Vitamin
  • Measurement Unit: mg
  • Also Known As: Phylloquinone , Menaquinone
  • Best Taken:Anytime ยท With Food

Type: Vitamin

Males

Age Group RDA
9โ€“13 years 60 mg
14โ€“18 years 75 mg
19โ€“30 years 120 mg
31โ€“50 years 120 mg
50+ years 120 mg

Females

Age Group RDA
9โ€“13 years 60 mg
14โ€“18 years 75 mg
19โ€“30 years 90 mg
31โ€“50 years 90 mg
50+ years 90 mg

What is the daily requirement for Vitamin K? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for Vitamin K varies by age and gender, but generally, adult men require 120 mg and adult women require 90 mg daily.

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Why do you need Vitamin K? Getting enough Vitamin K is essential because it naturally vital for blood clotting and bone metabolism..

When is the best time to take Vitamin K? Vitamin K is best taken with a meal that contains fat; time of day is not critical. source

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