Vitamin K2: A Powerful Ally in Cancer Prevention and Treatment

Researched and written by Keith Bishop, Clinical Nutritionist, Cancer Coach, and Retired Pharmacist

Vitamin K2 has been gaining attention for its potential role in cancer prevention and treatment. Research suggests that it may help regulate cell growth, induce apoptosis (programmed cell death), and enhance the effectiveness of conventional cancer therapies. In this blog post, we’ll explore the science behind Vitamin K2’s anti-cancer properties, its other health benefits, food and supplement sources, potential side effects, and interactions with cancer treatments.

What is Vitamin K2?

Vitamin K2 is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in calcium metabolism, cardiovascular health, and bone strength. It exists in several forms, including menaquinone-4 (MK-4) and menaquinone-7 (MK-7), which are the most studied for their health benefits.

MK-4 and MK-7 are both forms of Vitamin K2, but they differ in their biol...