Vitamin K is not the first vitamin people think of, but it is no less vital to your health than the others. Don't leave it off the list of must-have Vitamins. Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that is most well-known for the important role it plays in blood clotting. That's what makes us stop bleeding and begin to heal after we cut ourselves. People who don't have enough vitamin K in their systems can be prone to excessive bruising or nose bleeds. ... http://www.squidoo.com/vitamink Sat, 26 Jul 2008 02:22:39 -0600 FeedCreator 1.7.2 Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:02:15 -0600 http://www.squidoo.com/vitamink Vitamin K is not the first vitamin people think of, but it is no less vital to your health than the others. Don't leave it off the list of must-have Vitamins. Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that is most well-known for the important role it plays in blood clotting. That's what makes us stop bleeding and begin to heal after we cut ourselves. People who don't have enough vitamin K in their systems can be prone to excessive bruising or nose bleeds. They can also run into serious trouble if they're badly hurt, since they won't stop bleeding. However, Vitamin K is also absolutely essential to build strong bones and prevent heart disease, and it plays a crucial role in other bodily functions other than blood clotting  It is so important because many people do not get nearly enough of Vitamin K on a daily basis through the foods they eat. There are some researchers who feel that, as well as keeping our blood healthy, Vitamin K can help us to live longer. It is said to have antioxidant properties. Antioxidants help to prevent our cells from dying, so they keep us healthier longer. Researchers believe that 3,000 mcg of Vitamin K per day would be most beneficial to your health. Sun, 15 Jun 2008 12:02:15 -0600