Typical dose
90-120 mcg daily
Rating
0.0/5
Oral
Oral safety: very low
About this supplement
Vitamin K1, also known as phylloquinone, is the primary form of Vitamin K found in green leafy vegetables. It plays a crucial role in the synthesis of proteins required for blood coagulation and is essential for maintaining bone health. Vitamin K1 is involved in the carboxylation of certain proteins, which is necessary for their biological activity.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- 90-120 mcg daily
- Suggested range
- 90-120 mcg
Potential benefits
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Other forms of Vitamin K
Compare absorption and active amounts with sibling forms:
MK-4
MK-4 (Menaquinone-4)
A form of Vitamin K2 important for bone and cardiovascular health.
Vitamin K (menadione)
Vitamin K (menaquinone)
Vitamin K (Mixed)
Vitamin K (Phylloquinone)
Vitamin K (unspecified)
Vitamin K mixed)
Vitamin K1
Vitamin K2
Vitamin K2 (MK-7)
Supports bone strength and cardiovascular health by directing calcium properly.
Technical details â–¼
Chemical ID (CAS)
84-80-0
Physical properties
Vitamin K1 is a fat-soluble vitamin that appears as a yellow to yellow-green crystalline powder. It is soluble in organic solvents but not in water.
How it’s made
Vitamin K1 is typically extracted from green leafy vegetables or synthesized through chemical processes.