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Vit D3 and K2
Is it necessary to take vitamin K2 along with vitamin D3 supplements? I've noticed that many people recommend this combination, but my doctor prescribed vitamin D3 without K2. I just want clarity on whether K2 is essential when taking D3, and if so, what would be the recommended dosage for K2 when taking vitamin D3 at 60,000 IU?
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Take once a week for 12 weeks.
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It's totally a new concept. WHO GUIDE LINE NOT RECOMMEND K2.
ALL BRANDS R WITHOUT K2.
YOU CAN ADD IT ORALLY BY MAUSAMBI JUICE DAILY.
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No need.
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Avoid fried food and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables and fruits and
Fiber meal
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Vitamin k2 and vitamin d3 both have role in maintaining our calcium levels in our bones, our body need calcium to build and maintain bones. When it breaks down calcium in our bodies, vitamin K2 activates a protein that helps the mineral bind to our bones to do its job. In short higher K2 intake improves bone density and reduces the risk of bone fractures.Vitamin K2 (MK-4) supplementation is quite safe even at doses of 15 mg three times a day, on other hand vit d3 increases absorption of calcium from you diet.
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if your bone density is severly low then you can add
vit k2 60mcg tablets twice a day.(it may vary as respective to your weight
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Dr. Sanjay Dudhavade
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Pune
It is not essential,but you can take it along with calcium.
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recommended dose for k2 is 10mcg
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Dr. Anubha Singh
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4 yrs exp
Jhansi
If you require assistance or have any health concerns, feel free to reach out for a consultation. Your well-being is my priority, and i'm here to support you on your health journey.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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9 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
Kindly consult
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Dr. Saurabh Tiwari
General Physician
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Not necessary
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