Vitamin K is an important vitamin that fosters blood clotting and plays a vital role in bone health. A fat-soluble vitamin, Vitamin K is a group of compounds of which vitamin K1 and vitamin K2 appears to be the most important one, as per Consultant Nutritionist Rupali Datta.
Vitamin K mainly promotes bone health and wound healing besides protecting the heart.
Few foods that are rich in Vitamin K are :
1. Spinach
Low in cholesterol, rich in dietary fibre, vitamins A, C, K, and iron, spinach is good for bone health besides proper functioning of red blood cells in the body.
2. Broccoli
One of the most nutritious vegetables, broccoli is juicy, fresh, firm and needs to be cooked right to reap in all the benefits and a spectacular taste.
3. Cauliflower
One of the most popular vegetables in India, cauliflower also helps maintain a healthy digestive system, prevents arthritis, obesity, and other anti-inflammatory mediated diseases.
4. Kiwi
Kiwi comes loaded with nutrients that boost our body. Besides vitamin K, it comes with Vitamins A, B12, B6, E, iron, calcium, and potassium and ensures blood circulation in the vessels, iron absorption for healthy bones, good vision, etc.