Vitamin K although not required in large quantities by the body plays a key role in the clotting of blood. It is a fat-soluble vitamin that also helps in maintaining strong bones; especially in the elderly. Vitamin K consists of a group of compounds namely vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone) vitamin K2 (Menaquinone) and vitamin K3 (Menadione). Low levels of this vitamin hinders the blood clotting process thereby resulting in excessive bleeding. Though the deficiency of vitamin K is very rare newborn infants are most affected. Vitamin K is synthesised in sufficient amounts in the body but one can also obtain this