Vitamin-K produces prothrombin a protein and clotting factor important in blood clotting and bone metabolism.
It is essential nutrient for responding to injuries- it regulates normal blood clotting, in addition by assisting transport of calcium throughout body.
It also helps in bone loss by improving bone density and decreases risk of bone fractures.
Deficiency of Vitamin-K causes heart diseases, weakened bones, tooth decay, cancer, bleeding and bruising easily from gums and nose, osteoporosis.
It helps keep blood pressure lower by preventing mineralization, where minerals build up in arteries. This enables heart to pump blood freely through body.
Adequate intake of Vitamin-K lowers risk of stroke and also stops excessive menstruation.