What would cause a deficiency in taurine, thereby requiring supplementation with it? If it’s found in high concentration in humans, does this translate?
Does it matter that it’s lower in grass-fed butter and cheeses compared to natto? With a high intake of K2 being in the 50-60 mcg range and benefits seen at just a few micrograms, do we really need high doses unless it’s a therapeutic situation? I’ve tried to find how much K2 is contained in butter, grass-fed meats, eggs, etc but I’m having a hard time finding the numbers.
I made a chart some time ago comparing various foods. To give you an idea: chicken breast has ~9micrograms (MK4) per 3.5oz; egg yolk has 31micrograms per 6 eggs; fermented cheeses have 50micrograms (MK9) per 100g; Natto has 1mg (MK7) per 100g. Not sure how much in butter but don’t think it is more than concentration in chicken breast. Gene polymorphisms play a role in how calcium and vitamin D levels and disease state all play a role in how much k2 we need.
What can be done to combat this? My little guy had to have two surgeries before 18months. He’s 12 now and I’d like to give him the biggest advantage I can.