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Vitamin K is a nutrient found in the small intestine where it combines with protein to produce clotting of the blood. The vitamin is also necessary for the synthesis of proteins found in plasma, bone and the kidneys.
The average daily intake of vitamin K in the adult diet is between 60 to 200 micrograms (mcg). The recommended daily intake is 90 mcg for women and 120 mcg for men.
Deep green vegetables, like spinach, kale and collard greens, contain the highest amounts of vitamin K. A variety of other fruits and vegetables also make the high list (see list below). Liver, bacon and butter are also good sources of this vitamin, but you should avoid them because of their high cholesterol and fat content. Certain oils, such as soybean, canola, cottonseed and olive oil are higher in vitamin K than peanut, corn, safflower and sesame oil. Because salad dressings, margarines, mayonnaises, cakes and pastries can be prepared with a variety of oils, be sure to check the food ingredients label to determine what type of oil(s) are in the foods you are eating. Remember, no matter which oil you choose, all are high in fat and should only comprise a small part of your diet.
Foods High in Vitamin K :
Kale Mustard,
collard and turnip greens
Lettuce
Spinach
Cabbage
Broccoli
Red leaf lettuce
Coleslaw
Sauerkraut
Food Moderately High in Vitamin K:
Green peas
Green Beans
Asparagus
Cucumber (dill pickle)
Foods Low in Vitamin K:
Apple and applesauce
Orange Potato
Peach
Strawberry and blueberries
Oats
Banana
Tomato
Bread
Raisin
Carrot
Rice
I hope this helps and please conatact me with any questions you might have My daughter has had ITP since she was 6 months old and she is now 10.
I know the steroid treatment is severe but I would never change the fact that I put My daughter on them. They did bring her levels up and saved her life.
Hugs to you and your family
 Lexi xxx
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