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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emilie Lavinia

Vitamin K supplements could be the key to bone strength in menopause

Vitamin K is reported to support healthy strong bones - (The Independent / iStock)

Vitamin K is needed for wound healing and strong bones, while our bodies produce some, we get most of it from our diets. As we age, the strong bones and resilient skin that vitamin K helps with can become less robust, so it’s important to get the vital nutrients we need to support our health into midlife and beyond.

There is increasing evidence that a healthy daily dose of vitamin K improves bone health and reduces the risk of bone fractures, particularly for those who are postmenopausal and at risk for osteoporosis.

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