Strecth marks do not pose any health risk in and of themselves, and do not compromise the body’s ability to function normally and repair itself. Stretch marks can appear anywhere on the body. Nobody like stretch marks but they are unavoidable. There can be many reason for stretch marks appearing on your body. Stretch marks are formed generally due to pregnancy, obesity, bodybuilding, puberty and intense physical activity. They mostly result due to over stretching of the skin, which disrupts the normal production of collagen, resulting in a scar. Lack of proper vitamin intakes can also be the reason for stretch marks.
What is vitamin k?
Vitamin k is a fat-soluble vitamin usually found in cultured milk and yogurts. They can be produced in the intestine. Vitamin K is used in the body to control blood clotting and is essential for synthesizing the liver protein that controls the clotting. It is also involved in bone formation and repair. Deficiencies of vitamin k can cause newborn babies results in hemorrhagic disease, as well as postoperative bleeding. It may cause stretch marks also.
Vitamin k- good for stretch marks
Vitamin k based solutions are very good for stretch marks. Surgeons and Dermatologists have long known the remarkable benefits of Vitamin K and have used it to help speed the return to normal skin tones after surgery and to minimize scarring and bruising. Vitamin k based solution penetrates deep into skin and work instantly. There results are remarkable. To achieve the best results apply a sufficient amount on the desired area twice a day, preferably after shower or bath. When desired results are achieved, continue to use once a day, to help keep stretch marks from re-appearing. Results may vary depending on your skin type and condition.
Eat healthy
Vitamin k is found naturally. Vitamin K is found in leafy vegetables, cheese and liver. It is also found in coffee, bacon, green tea and asparagus. Regular intake of vitamin k will bring good shine on your skin. It can be taken orally or can be taken in form of cream or lotion. Excess intake may be harmful so better consult a doctor before taking vitamin k pills or lotion. Eating healthy is not only good to prevent stretch marks but also for other biological development of our body.