Fat-Soluble VitaminsHigh Risk

Vitamin K

Vitamin K has a recommended daily allowance (RDA) of 120mcg and a safe upper limit (UL) of 1000mcg per day. Exceeding the upper limit may cause adverse health effects. Use NutriAudit to check if your supplement stack keeps Vitamin K within safe limits.

Safe Limits by Region

RegionOrganizationRDAUpper Limit (UL)Unit
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ United StatesFDA1201000mcg
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Ί EuropeEFSA1201000mcg
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί AustraliaTGA1201000mcg

RDA = Recommended Daily Allowance (adequate intake for most adults). UL = Tolerable Upper Intake Level (maximum safe daily amount).

Known Interactions

Vitamin K + Vitamin DLow Risk

Vitamin D increases calcium absorption; Vitamin K helps direct calcium to bones.

Consider taking both together for bone health.

Vitamin K + Vitamin D3Low Risk

Vitamin D3 increases calcium absorption; Vitamin K helps direct calcium to bones.

Consider taking both together for bone health.

Vitamin K + Vitamin EModerate

High doses of Vitamin E may interfere with Vitamin K function.

Keep Vitamin E below 400 IU if taking blood thinners.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much Vitamin K is too much?

The safe upper limit (UL) for Vitamin K is 1000mcg per day according to FDA. Exceeding this amount regularly may increase the risk of adverse effects.

What is the recommended daily dose of Vitamin K?

The RDA for Vitamin K is 120mcg per day for most adults. This amount is sufficient to meet the needs of 97-98% of healthy individuals.

Does Vitamin K interact with other supplements?

Yes, Vitamin K has 3 known interactions with other supplements. Vitamin D increases calcium absorption; Vitamin K helps direct calcium to bones.

Are you taking Vitamin K?

Check if your supplement stack keeps Vitamin K within safe limits.

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