Osteoporosis

• increasing the intake of calcium and vitamin D usually increase bone mineral density and reduce the risk for hip fracture dramatically.
• Vitamin B12 : menopausal women who increase their vitamin B12 intake can assist in the maintenance of healthy bones.
• Proper Calcium Mineralization depends upon Vitamin D3 and Vitamin K2 : Calcium belongs in our bones, not in our blood. When our vitamin K2 levels are low, calcium collects in our blood and can lead to calcification in our arteries.
• vitamin K is also beneficial in protecting the bones from fractures and in helping women in their menopausal stage from having unhealthy bones.
• Vitamin D, a fat soluble vitamin, is beneficial in the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus in the body, together with parathyroid hormones. While parathyroid hormones are responsible for reabsorption of calcium and phosphorus during times when the blood is depleted of calcium, vitamin D does the opposite. When there is too much calcium in the blood, vitamin D allows the calcium and phosphorus to combine and be stored in the bone structure, allowing the bone to become much stronger.
• The bones also need a good mix of essential minerals and fatty acids for healthy bone function. This includes plant-derived magnesium and silica as well as animal forms of saturated fat and the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA & DHA.
• Potassium : Metabolic acids are somehow largely neutralized by potassium compounds or potassium salts.
• Magnesium : Almost 60 percent of the dietary magnesium is located and stored in the bones, and the muscles and tissues have the rest.
• consuming adequate protein, less sodium, and more magnesium and potassium is a great way to protect bone health.
• physical activity, specifically a combination of aerobic, strength, balance, and flexibility exercises.
• Dried plums shown to be effective against fractures and osteoporosis.
• The lycopene in tomato juice can help prevent osteoporosis.
• Drink alternatives to milk : Milk has an acidifying effect on your body. Even though milk contains 300 mg of calcium in one cup, unfortunately, the net result is a calcium deficit in your bones.
• Alternatives to milk : rice milk is a delicious alternative to milk. And unsweetened fermented or cultured dairy products such as yogurt, kefir, and sour cream are okay to enjoy.
• Don't smoke : smoking increases risk of getting osteoporosis.
• Oat straw  : calcium-rich oat straw has been shown to heal osteoporosis, mend bones, improve cognitive performance—and even enhance sexual performance.
• Pears reduces risk of osteoporosis : Boron found in pears aids the body in retaining calcium, which is necessary for strong bones.
• Onions : Rats fed with onions have shown a 20 percent decrease in the process of bone breakdown – the same effect caused by the calcitonin drug. This significantly means that onions can decrease the risk of developing osteoporosis.

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.