Vitamin K2

Vitamin K2 is an essential vitamin found in both vegetables and animal products. It is primarily recognized for its role in maintaining bone health and adequate functioning of the blood clotting system. However, recent studies on the substance have suggested that it may have potential benefits in cancer treatment, emphasizing its ability to induce self-destruction in cancerous cells and inhibit their chaotic growth [1].

Breast Cancer: Research indicates that a treatment regimen consisting of Vitamin K2 in addition to Vitamin D3 reduced cellular viability in breast cancer cells, demonstrating its potential as an adjuvant therapy [5].

Lung Cancer: Studies demonstrate Vitamin K2's ability to induce apoptosis in lung cancer cell lines, highlighting its potential for lung cancer treatment [6].

Prostate Cancer: Epidemiological data shows that Vitamin K intake is inversely correlated to the incidence of prostate cancer [7]. 

Colorectal Cancer: Vitamin K2 demonstrated a pro-apoptotic (programmed cell death) effect on colorectal cancer cells [8].

• Increased Sensitivity to Chemotherapy: Vitamin K2 may sensitize cancer cells to specific chemotherapeutic agents, potentially lowering required dosages and reducing side effects [2].
• Synergy with Radiation Therapy: Combining Vitamin K2 with radiation therapy may enhance tumor cell death and limit the growth of radioresistant tumors.
• Effect on Tumor Growth: Vitamin K2's potential to slow down tumor progression makes it an attractive candidate for combination therapies that aim to control cancer growth.
• Targeting Specific Cancer Cells: Preliminary evidence suggests that Vitamin K2 could target specific cancer cell types, which could impact treatment resistance and recurrence.