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Best Vitamin K-Rich Foods for Chickens
Ranked by vitamin k content among foods safe for chickens in the Creature Feast catalog.
#1
Kaleper 100g raw: 390mcg Vitamin K (phylloquinone)Kale is the standout Vitamin K source for chickens, delivering phylloquinone (K1) that supports blood clotting and bone metabolism. Chickens with adequate Vitamin K produce stronger eggshell membranes and recover faster from minor injuries sustained during normal flock interactions.
#2
Spinachper 100g raw: 483mcg Vitamin KSpinach is loaded with Vitamin K, which activates the osteocalcin protein that helps direct calcium into bones rather than soft tissues. For laying hens cycling massive amounts of calcium daily, this bone-targeting function is particularly important.
#3
Broccoliper 100g raw: 102mcg Vitamin KBroccoli provides excellent Vitamin K alongside its calcium and sulforaphane content. The Vitamin K supports calcium-binding proteins in bone tissue, complementing the direct calcium contribution that broccoli also provides.
#4
Bok Choyper 100g: 46mcg Vitamin KBok choy delivers meaningful Vitamin K in a form chickens find very palatable. Combined with its excellent calcium bioavailability, bok choy supports both the mineral supply and the protein-mediated calcium transport that keeps a laying hen's bones strong.
