Tag Search - "Vitamin K"

Featured: Gut bacterial overgrowth linked to heart disease

Bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine could contribute to the development of atherosclerosis, in part due to reduced vitamin K synthesis.

Posted on Tue, 18 Oct 16

Low vitamin K2 as bad for you as smoking

A new analysis looking at risk factors for cardiovascular disease related deaths has found that vitamin K2 deficiency is equivalent to smoking and high blood pressure.

Posted on Thu, 15 Sep 16

Hard bones, soft arteries: rather than vice versa

Calcium supplements for osteoporosis have not been very successful and could increase risk of heart disease. A food-based, integrative nutritional approach could benefit both bone and heart health.

Posted on Sun, 14 Feb 16

Vitamin B3 for skin cancer prevention

In high risk people vitamin B3 supplements were able to reduce the risk of new skin cancers by 23%, meaning this safe, inexpensive vitamin is a worthwhile preventative strategy.

Posted on Tue, 14 Jul 15

Vitamin K2 for rheumatoid arthritis

A new study has found that vitamin K2 is a safe and effective therapy for rheumatoid arthritis, reducing immune activity and relieving symptoms.

Posted on Mon, 7 Jan 13

Vitamin K linked to reduced diabetes risk

A large study has found a robust association between higher dietary intake of vitamin K and reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.

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