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Recently, I was diagnosed with a high CAC score of 430. I am 46 y/o. Relatively fit. 6'5, 220 lbs at time of test. Goal now to get down to 205. Currently 214. BP is down to normal levels. Was always borderline high. Total cholesterol 199, LDL 129, good 59. Tri's very low (under 70). For many months, I was feeling sluggish / fatigued / tired during the day. After many doctor visits, turns out I had sleep apnea. Literally feel like a different person after using the device/mask.
In any event, for about 6 months I was getting frequent Vitamin D and B12 injections in my arm from a local "wellness clinic". Both are to help with fatigue. I was literally trying everything. Recently, I read online where a study was done indicating that calcium supplementation in rats caused a dramatic rise in coronary artery calcification. Once supplementation ceased, calcification actually regressed. I can't find any literature where a study was done on humans but I am now wondering if my frequent Vitamin D injections have somehow "calcified" my arteries at a young age. I am now taking Vitamin K2 to help put the calcium in my bones. I am hopeful that once I subside the supplementation the calcification may regress. I'm very curious to see what others think about this and if there is any other evidence to support this theory.
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You seem to be very proactive; good for you! I suggest you look for a research study in your area. They are often sponsored by pharmaceutical companies. I joined a heart research study. It does not take a lot of time, I am reimbursed for my time and travel and the results, for me, have been amazingly positive. Everything is done at no charge to you and often include in depth heart scans, CTs, etc. It is quite possible that you could benefit from such a study. Good luck.
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Look up reputable government studies .
I am a 67 yr old female and just got a calcium score of 100.
Study was done with participants taking 180 mcg of K2 daily. After 3 months improvement in elasticity was seen along with less deposits but took a full 2 years to really show substantial improvement and reversal.
I was not allowed to share link on this forum.
Natto is also Japanese food of fermented soy beans that contains a large amount of K2 but smells horrible. Sauerkraut is another but suppose supplement is only way to be sure you’re getting enough for the result.
Some comments on here about vitamin K are not correct as there are different K’s .
K1 for example is to do with blood clotting where as K2 is to do with keeping calcium where it is needed in the bones and not in arteries and soft tissues. It also helps to keep arteries flexible.
K2 MK 7 at 180 mcg is what was used.
Look at government studies with a large number of participants. Hope this is helpful