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Is there a natural cure for osteoporosis?

 Bone is living tissue, and is constantly being renewed and replaced in the body. 0steoporosis (thinning bones) comes about when bone tissue is broken down faster than it is formed. When this happens, the bones can become weakened and this increases the chances of fracture, especially in the hips and spine. Didronel (disodium etridonate) may help reduce the risk of osteoporosis by reducing the rate at which bone is 'turned over'. Whether you continue on this drug or not, there is a lot that can be done to combat osteoporosis using simple diet and lifestyle related changes.

Studies have shown that gentle weight-bearing exercise reduces bone loss, and may even increase bone density. Brisk walking or aerobics for 20 - 30 minutes each day is quite likely to help strengthen your bones. One of the main factors which have a bearing on bone strength is hormonal balance. Oestrogen, one of the principle female hormones, is thought to have a bone protective effect. This explains why osteoporosis is most common after the time of menopause, when oestrogen levels are low.

Consuming foods rich in a class of substances called phytoestrogens may also do this. These naturally occurring plant constituents which are found in beans, lentils, chickpeas and soy products such as soya milk and tofu, have the ability to mimic the effect of the hormone oestrogen in the body. There is increasing evidence to suggest that consuming a diet rich in phytoestrogens can help prevent osteoporosis in the long term.

Perhaps the best-known nutrient for bone health is calcium, and studies suggest that a good intake of this mineral can reduce the risk of osteoporosis. However, the effects of calcium on bone density are relatively small, and other nutrients are important for bone building. Perhaps even more important than calcium appears to be the mineral magnesium. The more magnesium there is in the diet, the higher bone density tends to be. In addition, supplementing with magnesium appears to have the ability to actually increase bone density.

In one study, giving 250 - 750 mg of magnesium in supplement form stopped bone loss or increased bone density in 27 of 31 people over a two-year period. I suggest that you eat plenty of foods rich in both calcium and magnesium such as green leafy vegetables, sardines, mackerel, seafood, and sesame seeds all fit the bill in this respect. Additional supplementation with magnesium (about 500 mg per day) and calcium (about 750 - 1000 mg per day) is likely to prove of benefit.

Other nutrients which appear to have a role in bone formation include zinc, copper, boron, and vitamin D. Many nutritional supplements designed to enhance bone health now exist, the best ones generally being those that include a wide selection of these nutrients. You might like to take a supplement called Osteoplex which contains, amongst other things, magnesium, calcium, a phytoestrogen, boron and vitamin D. You can obtain this from the manufacturers (BioCare) by phoning 0121 433 3727.