Arthrosis is probably the number 1 disease of our skeletal system. At least, according to the international statistics that would indicate how many of our compatriots would also suffer from it. More than 12% of Italians would therefore be affected by this disease, which instead finds its record in America. Where just out of curiosity, Americans affected by osteoarthritis would exceed 15%. According to specialists from all over the world, one of the allies to prevent the arrival of this disease would be sport. In fact, by actively taking care of our muscle tone, we would be potentially less at risk. This is what the experts would argue. But beware that once again the diet could positively or negatively affect our body.
The importance of one of the least known vitamins
Vitamin K would be the active protagonist in the prevention of osteoporosis, but also of osteoarthritis. Its presence in our body would be responsible for the correct functioning of proteins. Also very important for proper blood clotting, this vitamin would be a real glue between muscles, tissues and bones. By providing the correct amounts of calcium for the daily “maintenance” of our body. In a nutshell, if we become deficient in this vitamin, our skeletal system would be in evident difficulty. It is much less advertised than the more famous vitamins B, C and D to name just a few, but it would be absolutely no less important.
Osteoporosis and some forms of osteoarthritis could attack us by taking advantage of the deficiency of this little-advertised but fundamental vitamin
Usually a balanced diet that includes a variety of foods on our table should guarantee us the correct daily intake of vitamin K. Just to take away the curiosity of our readers, they abound in this substance:
- salad and lettuce;
- broccoli and cauliflower;
- spinach and fennel;
- tomatoes and legumes.
And also some very common fruits such as grapes, kiwis, figs and berries. The amount of 140 micrograms a day for an adult would therefore almost always be guaranteed at the table. But, unfortunately, according to experts and scientists, among the infant mortality factors of the poorest countries, there is also the lack of this vitamin.
It rarely exceeds in adults but beware of children
Osteoporosis and some forms of arthrosis could also attack us due to the lack of this vitamin. However, its excesses would be quite rare in adults. But, pay attention, instead, to supplements in infants and toddlers. In fact, giving children excessive supplements, including vitamin K-based supplements, could make them jaundice and poison the liver. For that, once again, the advice is to turn to doctors and specialists and not to act of your own will. Even in the purchase of what may seem like a simple natural supplement.
Deepening
Brittle nails ready to break but also falling hair could be due to the lack of this mineral that is too underestimated