Vitamin K
Vitamin K was found in the 1920s and it is actually 3 different types of vitamins (K1, K2 and K3.) The most common dietary sources of vitamin K are fish, green leafy vegetables such as spinach, carrots, tomatoes, dairy products such as yogurt, meats and cereals. Vitamin K is vital in promoting healthy blood clotting and functioning of the cardiovascular system, ensuring that bone metabolism functions effectively promoting healthy bone growth, and ensuring that you have healthy kidney function and avoid kidney stones.
Whilst a deficiency of Vitamin K is rare in countries in the western world, there are some possible side effects those who have a diet low in Vitamin K could suffer from. Those most likely to suffer from Vitamin K deficiency are people whom have suffered from prolonged diarrhea due to illness or whom have preexisting liver conditions and liver disease.
Problems with blood flow and cardiovascular functioning - If someone has experienced a prolonged deficiency of Vitamin K in their diet, you may see the following symptoms- prolonged clotting time if you suffer a cut, excessive bleeding and bruising more easily, frequent nosebleeds, blood-stained urine and internal bleeding.
Increased chance of osteoporosis - Scientific research has linked Vitamin K deficiency with increasing your chances of contracting osteoporosis.
Toxic side-effects from the excess consumption of Vitamin K are quite rare but they are known. Possible side effects of excess Vitamin K consumption include anemia and possible liver damage. Some people may also experience flushing, sweats, chest pain and constricted breathing.