DRI Recommended Intakes
Men:120 µg/day
Women:90 µg/day
Chief Functions
Synthesis of blood-clotting proteins and bone proteins
Deficiency
Hemorrhage; abnormal bone formation
Toxicity
Opposes the effects of anticlotting medication
*These foods provide 10% or more of the vitamin K Daily Value in a serving. For a 2,000-cal diet, the DV is 120 ug/day.
Sources of Vitamin K
CABBAGE Steamed 1/2 c = 82 µg
SPINACH steamed 1/2 c = 444 µg
SOYBEANS dry roasted 1/2 c = 32µg
KALE (cooked) 1 c = 1062 µg
ASPARAGUS cooked ½ c = 46 μg
SALAD GREEN 1 c = 50 μg
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