Health Experts Highlight Role of Vitamins D and K2 in Preventing Calcium Paradox

Health specialists are drawing attention to the "calcium paradox," a condition where calcium remains in the bloodstream instead of strengthening bones, potentially undermining efforts to prevent osteoporosis. While adequate calcium levels are essential for bone strength and reducing osteoporosis risk, the mineral can become counterproductive when it fails to reach bone tissue. Medical experts emphasize that two key vitamins - D and K2 - are crucial for directing calcium from the bloodstream into bones where it belongs. This nutritional insight addresses a common health concern as Slovakia, like many European countries, faces an aging population increasingly susceptible to bone density issues and fractures.