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The Forgotten Vitamin: K2’s Role in Cardiovascular and Skeletal Health

Vitamin K2 might not be the first nutrient you think of when it comes to heart health or bone health – but it should definitely be on your list of important nutrients. This episode explores the science behind vitamin K2, how it differs from K1, and its role alongside other nutrients in supporting cardiovascular and skeletal health.

Tune in to this episode to learn about:

● the differences between vitamin K1 and K2

● why K2 matters for heart and bone health

● food sources and if they are common in the diet

● how much vitamin K2 is recommended

● other nutrients that work with vitamin K2 to support heart and bone health

● research on vitamin K2’s role in heart and bone health including the AVADEC Trial

● what to look for in supplements

● ways to assess the quality of supplements

● updated vitamin D recommendations

● preventing deficiency vs. optimal amounts of nutrients

● resources for health professionals and the public