You are in Medical Library . Definition Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in blood clotting. Food Sources Vitamin K is found in cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, and other green leafy vegetables, cereals, soybean, and other vegetables. Vitamin K is also made by the bacteria lining the gastrointestinal tract. Functions Vitamin K is known as the clotting vitamin, because without it blood would not clot.
Some studies indicate that it helps in maintaining strong bones in the elderly.
The best way to get the daily requirement of essential vitamins is to eat a balanced diet that contains a variety of foods from the food guide pyramid . Side Effects Vitamin K deficiency is very rare. It usually only occurs when there is an inability to absorb the vitamin. The information provided herein should not be used for diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed physician should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions.