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Vitamin E and vitamin K are two very important nutrients for the human body and there are many cases where it is necessary to supplement both of these vitamins at the same time. So how does vitamin E interact with vitamin K?1. What is the role of vitamin E and the manifestation of vitamin E deficiency?
Vitamin E is a pale yellow liquid, soluble in oil and insoluble in water. Vitamin E is stable at high temperatures, is less destroyed when cooking food, but is decomposed quickly by ultraviolet rays. Vitamin E is an antioxidant that plays an important role in the human body, especially for women. Vitamin E has many roles in the human body such as:Slow down the oxidation of many metabolic processes in the body. Increases absorption of vitamin A, thus helping to prevent excess vitamin A. Involved in hematopoiesis. Anti-atherosclerosis. Lowers LDL cholesterol in blood vessels, thereby helping to prevent cardiovascular risks. Increases immunity, slows the progression of dementia. Reduces the risk of cataracts. People with vitamin E deficiency have many manifestations such as mood swings, decreased reflexes, unsteady walking, eye muscle paralysis, muscle weakness, retinopathy,...
Subjects at high risk of vitamin deficiency include: include: premature infants, adults with cholecystectomy, patients with cystic fibrosis, chronic cholestatic liver disease, fat metabolism disorders, short bowel syndrome, vitamin E deficiency syndrome and other syndromes other malabsorption. Depending on the case, vitamin E deficiency can lead to varying degrees of damage.
Trẻ sinh non là đối tượng có nguy cơ cao thiếu vitamin E
2. What is the role of Vitamin K and the manifestation of Vitamin K deficiency?
Vitamin K is a group of fat-soluble vitamins with a similar chemical structure. There are many different types of vitamin K, but the most common are vitamins K1 and K2. Like many other vitamins, vitamin K is an important source of nutrients for the human body, participates in mineral metabolism, maintains the function of bones and brain, and plays an important role in the metabolism. coagulation.In addition, vitamin K also has many effects such as:
Strengthening the cardiovascular system: Vitamin K is a very good compound for cardiovascular health, especially preventing atherosclerosis. Promotes blood clotting: Stimulates proteins to form blood clots. The phenomenon of blood clotting is very important in the body when it comes to injury. This is one of the biochemical reactions to help the body stop bleeding in time. Increases musculoskeletal health: Strengthens proteins to maintain stable calcium levels in bones. Therefore, this vitamin also works to prevent the degenerative process and limit the risk of osteoporosis. Anti-cancer: Vitamin K is also known for its role as a natural substance against cancer cells effectively. In addition, vitamin K is also used to maintain brain function, skin care and oral health.
People with vitamin K deficiency often have a few typical symptoms such as
Cuts that do not stop bleeding. Weak bones. Heart problems occur. Have symptoms of arthritis?
Người thiếu vitamin K thường có triệu chứng điển hình như viêm khớp
3. What is the interaction between vitamin E and vitamin K?
To date, there have not been many studies that have come to a positive conclusion about the interaction between vitamin E and K. However, some studies have also shown similarity between vitamin E and vitamin K. This copper is thought to be responsible for the interaction between vitamins E and K. More specifically, when vitamin E and vitamin K are supplemented at the same time, the similarity of the two vitamins causes a competitive interaction to occur. , reduces the therapeutic effect of vitamin K.Therefore, when you are being treated with anticoagulants with vitamin K antagonists, or are deficient in vitamin K and want to supplement with vitamin E, or in special cases where you need vitamin K. Using these two vitamins at the same time, the patient needs careful advice from the doctor. In each case, depending on how much you need to supplement, your doctor will give you advice to minimize the possible interaction between vitamin E and K.
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References: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
