You may have heard of Vitamin K , but did you know that the real key to combating calcium misplacement, preventing osteoporosis, and protecting heart health is actually Vitamin K2 ? Hong Kong people's diets are Westernized, making it easy to consume too much calcium but lack K2 , causing calcium to go to the wrong places, forming arteriosclerosis, joint calcification, and even kidney stones.
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K2 's amazing function: calcium transporter
- It delivers calcium from the blood to bones and teeth, strengthening bone density.
- Remove calcium deposits from soft tissues such as joints and arteries.
- Prevent osteoporosis, arthritis, arterial calcification, and tooth decay.
If you lack K2 , calcium will accumulate in the wrong places, causing health problems. K2 is the body's commander for "moving calcium".
From which direction does K2 come?
K2 can be obtained directly from food, or it can be converted from K1 (from leafy green vegetables) by beneficial gut bacteria. However, not everyone has the ability to convert it, because key bacteria (such as B. subtilis ) are easily destroyed by antibiotics, sugar, alcohol, and processed foods.
High- K2 foods: How many have you eaten?
- Natto: The secret to Japanese longevity, highest in potassium (K2)
- Foie gras, chicken liver, beef liver: Superfoods of animal offal
- Eel: Although rare, it is rich in K2.
- Grass-fed dairy products: butter, cheese
- Fermented vegetables: such as raw sauerkraut
- Salami sausage and pork chop: Although the content is small, they still have benefits.
Ironically, K2 is mostly found in high-fat foods, which are precisely the kinds of foods that were previously advised to be eaten sparingly.
Obstacles to K2 Absorption: Have You Fallen for Any of Them?
- Absence of gallbladder or poor liver function, lack of bile, and poor absorption of fat-soluble potassium (K2)
- Long-term low-fat diet, insufficient intake
- Use of antibiotics, steroids, stomach medications, and blood thinners.
- Drinking alcohol, consuming sugar, and eating genetically modified foods
K2 and Magnesium: A Perfect Match
For potassium (K2) to function, sufficient magnesium is required as a support. If you have kidney stones, arthritis, or arterial calcification, K2 supplementation may be ineffective because you may be deficient in magnesium. Magnesium is difficult to accurately reflect in blood tests because most magnesium is stored inside cells.
K2 Supplements: MK4 vs MK7
- MK4 : The synthesized version, absorbs quickly but has a short-lived effect.
- MK7 : Natural version, absorbs slowly but lasts longer, recommended.
Recommended supplementation ratio: For every 10,000 IU of Vitamin D3 , 100 mcg of MK7 vitamin K2 should be taken. For example, if you take 20,000 IU of D3 daily, you should take 200 mcg of K2 .
Hong Kong people should know how to supplement: K2 not only protects bones, but is also a guardian of the cardiovascular system!
If you suffer from osteoporosis, joint pain, arteriosclerosis, dental problems, or have been taking calcium supplements for a long time with limited effectiveness, you may be deficient in potassium (K2 ). Starting today, incorporate high- K2 foods or supplements, along with magnesium intake, to help your body return calcium to its proper place, preventing chronic diseases and leading to a healthier life!
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YouTube Column: Dr. Berg's Chinese Health Knowledge
