Calcium Citrate
Magnesium Citrate
Zinc Picolonate
D3
Boron
Phosphorus
Indol-3-Carbinole
Vitamin K
Horsetail Extract 7% Silica
Copper
L-Proline
Papain
Format
Capsules
60 Caps
Dosage
Take 2-4 capsules per day as required.
Important Information
Use only as directed. Do not exceed recommended daily dose. If an allergic reaction occurs, discontinue use. Not for use by children, pregnant or lactating women.
- Supports bone density
- Ideal after bone injuries
- Ideal after breaking a bone
- Ideal for Seniors
- Ideal for atheletes
- Easy to take capsule
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An adult human has 206 bones, which are constantly being renewed and remodelled. Bones perform several important roles in the body. Bones form a framework that supports the body and protects soft organs. They are an essential part of movement because muscles attach here and the arrangement of bones determines the type of movement that can be done.
Bones are important storehouses of minerals, including the major buffer, calcium. They also contain an inner core of marrow that produces blood and immune cells.
Most people do not think about bone health until they are in their later years. This is a mistake because significant increases in bone density can only be made in childhood or early adulthood (up to age 30). For the remainder of our lives the goal is to maintain our bones.
Osteomalacia is an inadequacy of bone mineralization. There is a normal amount of bone but it is weak. Weight bearing bones may be deformed. Eating a well balanced diet that provides sufficient amounts of protein, calcium and trace minerals can rectify this problem.
Osteoporosis:
Osteroporosis a loss of bone density. The bony matrix is of normal composition but decreased amounts because more bone is being broken down than is being produced. Testosterone and estrogen maintain bone density by promoting bone building and slowing bone removal. This is one reason why bone density decreases as we age. Other factors that negatively impact on bone health are:
- Hormonal conditions like hyperthyroidism, diabetes or the use of medications like corticosteroids.
- Immobility or insufficient weight bearing exercise
- Dietary deficiencies in protein and minerals
- Insufficient vitamin D intake and production
- Excess body acidity
Luckily there are many things that one can do to reduce the impact of the factors mentioned above:
WHAT YOU CAN DO THAT WILL HELP
Hyperthyroidism depletes bone density because the body is in a metabolic state that cannot be supported by the individual's nutrient intake. Thus the body depletes the mineral stores in the bone to compensate. Diabetes causes bone loss because the body is metabolizing fats and protein for energy, leaving no protein to support body tissues like bone. The breakdown of these products also increases body acidity and calcium is pulled from the bone to buffer the acidity. Corticosteroids decrease bone density by depleting bone-building nutrients such as calcium and vitamin D. By using natural therapies to prevent and treat these conditions your bones can stay in tiptop shape.
Stay active to increase your bone health. Immobility and insufficient weight bearing exercise cause bone loss. Gravity puts a stress on the bone and the body responds by increasing the density of the bone.
Exercising in youth actually increases bone density above normal and exercise throughout life protects against bone loss. Maintain appropriate weight because people that are underweight also are at a greater risk for osteoporosis. Their bones are not stressed as much as the bones of people who are of normal weight.
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