Dr Ford Brewer - PrevMed How I Use Vitamin K2 to Clean Arteries - Ford Brewer MD MPH - PrevMed Health
May 2, 2025
Explore the powerful duo of vitamin K2 and D3 and their significant role in supporting cardiovascular health. Discover how these supplements help regulate calcium and debunk common myths about their use. The conversation emphasizes a balanced lifestyle as an essential companion to supplementation, ensuring the best outcomes for heart health. Dive into insights that can change the way you think about nutrition and wellness!
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K2 and D3 Supplement Reality
- Vitamin K2 and D3 supplements are commonly taken to remove plaque from arteries but may not work as expected.
- Dr. Ford Brewer recommends them separately, not combined, due to safety and efficacy concerns.
Role of Vitamin K2 Proteins
- Vitamin K2 influences proteins like matrix GLA protein and osteocalcin, which affect calcium management.
- It helps reduce arterial calcification and promotes bone calcium uptake, making it useful for bone health.
K2 Limits Plaque Progression
- Vitamin K2 supplementation does not clearly remove coronary artery calcium but can slow its progression.
- It mainly benefits metabolic health by reducing prediabetes, diabetes, and heart disease risk.