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Is Vitamin K2 Advisable To Remove Calcium Deposits In Arteries?

I have two mechanical valves and I have been on Coumadin since 2005. I m concerned about the increase of calcium build up in my arteries from the use of Coumadin. I recently read an article that Vitamin K2 help controls the removal of calcium from the arteries. What is your opinion?
Wed, 29 Aug 2018
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Hi,

The role of vitamin K-2 in bonding the calcium deposits are not proven and the research is still undergoing. It is not approved for the treatment and trials are not completed yet.

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Is Vitamin K2 Advisable To Remove Calcium Deposits In Arteries?

Hi, The role of vitamin K-2 in bonding the calcium deposits are not proven and the research is still undergoing. It is not approved for the treatment and trials are not completed yet. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.