Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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ISBN: 9781337919333
Author: Brown, Judith E.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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To examine: Whether the statement “Vitamin K levels present in dark green vegetables may interfere with warfarin (anti-coagulant) therapy” is true or false.

Introduction: Vitamin K is naturally found in green leafy vegetables such as broccoli, lettuce, and spinach. It helps in blood clotting by its carboxylation reaction and by playing a vital role in synthesis of blood-clotting proteins. Warfarin (anti-coagulant) or coumadin act as blood-thinners. Warfarin is used in patients with thrombosis, pulomonary embolism, and patients with a risk for stroke.

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