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ποΈ Episode 39: Vitamin K2: The Leg Cramp Secret?
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π§ͺ Study:
Vitamin K2 (180 mcg) reduced nocturnal leg cramps in elderly.
π Results:
Cramps/week β from 3.6 β ~1 over 8 weeks.
Safe and well-tolerated.
𧩠Clinical Takeaway:
Consider a K2 trial in patients with chronic cramps β especially if sleep-disrupting.
Avoid in patients on warfarin.
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