Vitamin K2 May Slow Osteoarthritis by Protecting Cartilage and Preventing Cell Death
Dr. Kumar’s Take:
This study is one of the most compelling pieces of preclinical evidence I’ve seen suggesting that Vitamin K2 might protect joints against osteoarthritis (OA). Researchers found that Vitamin K2 helps prevent a specific type of cell death called ferroptosis in cartilage cells, while also preserving the structural proteins that keep our joints healthy. Although this was done in rats, it opens the door to new ways of thinking about joint care, especially for aging populations.