May is National Osteoporosis Awareness Month.
And chances are, you or someone you know suffers from osteoporosis.
So you understand that a sudden fracture can not only interrupt your regular routine, but change your lifestyle for the worse.
That’s why today (and the rest of the month), I’m asking you to join us in spreading the word about the importance of building and maintaining strong bones.
What You Need To Know About Osteoporosis
According to The National Osteoporosis Foundation:
Around 10 million Americans have osteoporosis. And another 44 million have low bone density, placing them at increased risk.
One in two women and up to one in four men will break a bone in their lifetime due to osteoporosis.1,2 For women, the incidence is greater than that of heart attack, stroke and breast cancer combined.
Besides gender and family history, other factors that can put you at risk for osteoporosis include:
- Age
- Ethnicity
- Hormone levels
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Overexposure to toxins
- Certain conditions (chronic kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.)
To stay ahead of osteoporosis it’s important to know the common signs and symptoms of low bone density. And it’s crucial to share what you know with others.
Get the Edge: How to Strengthen Your Bones Naturally
The good news is that, in many cases, you can reverse the loss of bone and increase bone strength and integrity.
As you likely know, your bones need calcium. But that’s not all they need. Clinical studies show that it takes 13 minerals and 3 vitamins to strengthen your bones. So if you’re taking just a calcium supplement, you’re only getting ONE of the 16 essential nutrients for bone health.
So that’s 15 missing ingredients you must have if your bones are going to get stronger.
But you can just get them from your diet, right? Well, there’s a catch…
Modern agricultural techniques and mass food production have changed the mineral content of our produce. In fact, the mineral levels in many common vegetables are 30-50% below what they were only 50 years ago!
So how can you make sure you get all 13 essential minerals and three vitamins — in amounts similar to that found in healthy bone — without buying 16 separate supplements?
Well, there’s a simple solution. AlgaeCal Plus. It’s a natural, plant-based calcium source that contains all the clinically supported minerals and vitamins that your bones need to stay healthy and strong!
Teams of scientists, researchers, and professors from Harvard Medical School, Georgetown University Medical Center, and the University of Connecticut have studied AlgaeCal.
And all the studies came to the same conclusion: AlgaeCal is the only natural supplement shown in human studies to increase bone mineral density.
When you take AlgaeCal Plus along with our natural strontium supplement Strontium Boost — (together they form our Bone Builder Pack) — you’re guaranteed to increase your bone density in as little as six months!
Now your bone health doesn’t have to decline as you age. It can actually improve — just like it has for the thousands of people who’ve taken AlgaeCal!
When it comes to your health, take control. Share the information below to join us in raising awareness for osteoporosis.
Load Up on Bone Boosting Nutrients
Not getting enough bone-friendly nutrients puts you at higher risk of bone loss. It can also slow down the healing process if you have a fracture.
That’s why it’s critical to include the right minerals and nutrients in your diet to help you rebuild and maintain healthy bones.
As you know, there are 13 minerals and three vitamins that are shown to contribute to the bone-building process.
And don’t forget about protein. It’s also critical for bone health. It makes up about 50% of your bone volume and about one-third of its mass!3 And it raises insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1) levels — a hormone that’s important to boost bone density, muscle growth, and healing.4
Keep Your Body Moving
Move it or lose it. Weight-bearing exercise is one of the best things you can do to increase your bone strength because of the concentrated pressure it puts on your bones.
When you don’t regularly stress your muscles, joints and bones, they begin to weaken over time. So add some osteoporosis-friendly exercises to your weekly routine to slow bone loss and improve your muscle strength.
Test Your BMD
Get your bone mineral density tested. A DEXA scan is the standard way to determine your bone health by identifying your risk for fractures and osteoporosis. For everything you need to know about bone density testing click here.
Take A Bone Building Supplement
Remember you don’t have to accept deteriorating bone health as just “part of getting old.” Give your bones the best chance to remain strong by taking a bone-building supplement.
As you know, AlgaeCal Plus provides ALL 13 essential minerals and the three vital vitamins in one convenient capsule.
And clinical studies show that using Strontium with AlgaeCal Plus can at least triple the rate of your bone building over a year’s time! Our Bone Builder Pack completely stacks the odds in your bones’ favor.
AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost provide your bones with all the nutrients they need. So you can keep living your fun, active lifestyle!
You now have the resources and bone health knowledge. But do your loved ones? If you want to make sure, share the information in this post to join us in spreading the word.
And don’t forget to enter our National Osteoporosis Awareness Month GIVEAWAY where you can win one the following bone-building prizes:
- A FREE 6-month supply of AlgaeCal’s Bone Builder Pack
- A FREE 3-month supply of AlgaeCal’s Bone Builder Pack
- A FREE 1-month supply of AlgaeCal’s Bone Builder Pack
Osteoporosis FAQs
What is the main cause of osteoporosis?
During and after menopause, estrogen levels can take a major dip — which leads to accelerated bone loss. But other contributing factors include:
- Family history
- Ethnicity
- Smoking
- Hormone levels
- Hyperthyroidism
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Pro-inflammatory diet
- Overexposure to toxins
- Certain illnesses such as chronic kidney disease and chronic liver disease
What are the early warning signs of osteoporosis?
There are many early warning signs of osteoporosis. These include:
- Height loss
- A curved spine
- Receding gums
- Bone fractures
- Low bone density
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Cramping and aching muscle or bone pain
Can you fix osteoporosis?
Yes, you can build new, healthy bone at any age, naturally!
What is the fastest way to increase bone density?
AlgaeCal Plus is clinically supported to increase your bone density. In one study published in the International Journal of Medical Sciences, 216 men and women took AlgaeCal Plus with our Strontium Boost supplement. In just 6 months, they saw an average increase of over 2% in bone density
What should you NOT do if you have osteoporosis?
Avoid doing activities that involve rounding your spine forward from the waist such as situps or toe-touches.
What can I do to decrease my chances of getting osteoporosis?
Here are nine things you can do to help prevent osteoporosis:
- Eat a bone-building diet
- Quit smoking and limit your alcohol intake
- Get early DEXA scans
- Check your hormone levels
- Minimize stress
- Do weight-bearing exercises
- Get enough sleep
- Discuss any medications with your doctor
- Take a bone building supplement like AlgaeCal Plus
How fast does osteoporosis progress?
On average you can expect to lose about 1% of your bone density every year from 40 onwards. During and after menopause, estrogen levels can take a major dip — which leads to accelerated bone loss. This process of gradual bone loss eventually leads to osteoporosis.
What is the best exercise for bone density?
Weight-bearing exercises are great for strengthening your bones. Resistance exercises such as lunges and squats are also helpful.
What do you feel when you have osteoporosis?/ What are the symptoms?
One symptom on its own may not be cause for concern, multiple symptoms may be a good indicator of bone loss. So be on the lookout for the following symptoms:
- Height loss
- A curved spine
- Receding gums
- Bone fractures
- Low bone density
Should I worry if I have osteoporosis?
Although osteoporosis is a condition you should take seriously, you don’t have to live in fear. That’s because clinical studies show the nutrients in AlgaeCal can protect you from age-related bone loss. When taken with Strontium Boost, bone mineral density increases in just 6 months!
Resources
- Cawthon, P. M. (2011). Gender differences in osteoporosis and fractures. Clinical orthopaedics and related research, 469(7), 1900–1905. doi:10.1007/s11999-011-1780-7
- Just for Men. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.nof.org/preventing-fractures/general-facts/just-for-men/.
- Robert P Heaney, Donald K Layman, Amount and type of protein influences bone health, The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Volume 87, Issue 5, May 2008, Pages 1567S–1570S. doi:10.1093/ajcn/87.5.1567S
- Kerstetter, J.E.; Kenny, A.M.; Insogna, K.L. Dietary protein and skeletal health: A review of recent human research. Curr. Opin. Lipidol. 2011, 22, 16–20. doi:10.1097/MOL.0b013e3283419441
Deb
April 24, 2023 , 11:57 amThank you for this important information. Bone density awareness is important for all of us!