MK-4 and Health
Discover the crucial role of MK-4 in maintaining calcium balance within the body, especially as we age. Learn how statin use can inhibit the production of MK-4, potentially leading to health issues like calcified arteries. The discussion highlights the importance of combining MK-4 with vitamin D to prevent excessive calcium buildup in soft tissues.In this clip
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I have a question about this episode 380: The best & worst grains for your gut | Cardiologist William Davis, M.D. and this Heart Disease Insights. I am a 54-year-old male, 6' 2", 190 pounds. I've always been active, work out, and eat fairly healthy. Last year, I did a CT scan and had a calcium score of 60. My doctor put me on a 20mg statin. My cholesterol was slightly elevated at the time, but past labs had always been normal. Recent labs show LDL 69, CHOL/HDLC ratio 2.4, and NoN HDL 84. I have not experienced any real side effects from the statin, but I would prefer not to be on them.
What can I do to lower my calcium score and control cholesterol, or control what would be causing the calcium deposits? I want to understand how I got a score of 60 when my cholesterol levels had never been high in the past. What are the long-term effects of statins? My doctor recommends I stay on them.
Which is better, MK-4 or MK-7 for Vitamin K2 supplementation?