Vitamin K

• Assists in blood clotting
• Helps the body maintain strong bones

Recommended Dietary Allowances

• Children
  Ages 1 to 3: 15 mcg
  Ages 4 to 6: 20 mcg
  Ages 7 to 10: 30 mcg
  Ages 11 to 14: 45 mcg
• Women
  Ages 15 to 18: 55 mcg
  Ages 19 to 24: 60 mcg
  Age 25 and older: 65 mcg
• Men
  Ages 11 to 14: 45 mcg
  Ages 15 to 18: 65 mcg
  Ages 19 to 24: 70 mcg
  Age 25 and older: 80 mcg
• Pregnant women: 65 mcg
• Nursing mothers: 65 mcg

Recent research suggests that people may need intakes well above the recommended levels to enhance bone formation and maintain bone density. Talk with your doctor about how much vitamin K is right for you.

Good Food Sources: leafy green vegetables, such as spinach, kale, and broccoli; vegetable oils; cheese; egg yolks; pork and liver.