Bone Health Supplements

The New England Journal of Medicine recently published a study suggesting that most Americans were deficient in Vitamin D.

What is Vitamin D?
There has recently been an explosion of information about this vitamin. It is primarily known for its role in the absorption of calcium and so it is essential for the normal development of our bone structure. However, it has also been shown to be involved in the immune system.

Where do we get vitamin D? As well as being obtained from food, where it is not very abundant, Vitamin D can be produced in the skin by the action of ultraviolet light (sunshine).
Although elderly people are traditionally thought to be more at risk from vitamin D deficiency, wisely, more and more of us are staying out of the sun and/or using sunscreens for protection. So, we are all at risk.

The article in The New England Journal of Medicine called for much greater supplementation with this vitamin. Be safe!

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin long known as essential for promoting calcium absorption and thereby ensuring healthy bones. Without sufficient vitamin D, bones can become thin and brittle, with a deficiency being a risk factor in osteoporosis.

A recent flood of research into vitamin D has investigated its role in a wide variety of diseases, including heart disease, stroke, hypertension, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, depression, chronic pain, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, muscle weakness, muscle wasting, birth defects, possibly autism, and periodontal disease.

Experts recommend taking vitamin D supplements on a regular basis because food sources are extremely limited and our natural production depends on exposure to the sun.

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Our bones are constantly being broken down and renewed. Until we reach our late teens, more bone is being made than is broken down until we reach the stage known as ‘peak bone mass’. As we get older, our bones tend to become weaker and more brittle as we lose calcium.

Certain vitamins are vital for our bodies to ingest to prevent bone diseases like Osteoporosis. There is substantial evidence to suggest that Calcium and Vitamin D are vital nutrients for maintaining healthy bones. There is also research suggesting that Magnesium, Vitamin K, Vitamin C and Boron also contribute to their health.

Our bones are 35-40% calcium. It is suggested that we ingest a minimum of 800mg of calcium per day. Children under 18 years of age should take 1300mg per day to ensure maximum density at ‘peak’ and post-menopausal women should take 1200mg of calcium per day as they are at highest risk of developing Osteoporosis.

It has been shown that Vitamin D supports the absorption of calcium and it’s recommended that we take 5ug of the vitamin day either through our diet or by ensuring that we have 10minutes of direct sunlight per day (our bodies can produce vitamin D when our skin gets direct sunlight).

Magnesium is used for the renewal of bone tissue. It’s recommended that women take 270mg and men take 320mg of magnesium per day.

Vitamin K must be present for bone to support the cells that remodel bone tissue. We need 80ug of Vitamin K daily.

Vitamin C supports the function of Vitamin D. We should ingest 75mg of vitamin C per day.

Boron is said to also help reduce the rate of bone loss as it has been shown to inhibit the excretion of calcium and magnesium.

Whilst these nutrients are said to help promote healthy bones, you should never substitute qualified medical advice with information found in this article. The author does not give or purport to give any medical or healthcare advice and is not qualified to do so.

Author: Kristy Lee

Enjoying life is not always about having a lot of fame and fortune. It is also about living a healthy and pain free life with having strong bones and joints. Having strong bones and joints is important in this day and age.By having healthy bones and joints,it is easier to simply get around and complete movements that you rely on every day for work or taking care of your family.

Have you ever tried to walk up a flight of stairs and almost took a tumble because it felt like you knee and joints couldn’t support your weight? Maybe you felt like your job was getting harder and harder to perform because of the pain around the knee,finger and elbows wouldn’t allow you to do certain things that your job requires. If you can relate to any one of these painful situations,you may suffer from having unhealthy joints and bones.

I am a former bodybuilder and weight trainer. I experienced joint problems at a young age. While participating in the bodybuilding sport,It was all about lifting heavy weight. I later found out from having joint problems,the sport was not worth the pain. There are a couple of ways to protect your joints. You should avoid lifting alot of heavy objects along with wearing some type of brace that will protect the joints.

Having strong joints and bones is important in this day and age. By having healthy joints,it is easier to simply get around and complete movements that you rely on every day for work or taking care of your family. Just because we age does not mean that we have to sacrifice comfort,strong bone and joints. There is a tremendous amount of research,which points to certain nutrients that help nutritionally support your body along with your joints. To learn more,visit www.rsutton.biz

Author: Robert Sutton

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Bone Health Supplements knows that for many of us, we have major lifestyle changes as fall and winter approach. We may not be outdoors as much with colder weather and shorter days. And less time outdoors, and less sun exposure, can mean a deficiency in Vitamin D, a critical vitamin for bone health.

Did you know that typically about 5-20 minutes of sun exposure between 10 am and 3 pm about twice a week is the recommended amount for sufficient Vitamin D for the average adult?   Not much, right?  However, many of us do not get that, especially in the Fall and and Winter.  My doctor recently informed me that if you live above 42 degrees north latitude (you could draw a line on a map of the U.S. between the northern California and Boston) you will not get enough sunlight for cutaneous vitamin D absorbtion and  synthesis from November through February.  If you live even further north, this reduced intensity lasts for up to 6 months. The good news is that for others living in latitudes below 34 degrees north (drawing another line between Los Angeles and Columbia, South Carolina) those U.S. residents do receive sufficient sunlight for cutaneous production of vitamin D throughout the year.

As previously revealed in our sister site, Bone Health Vitamins and an article entitled, “Bone Health Vitamins and Key Vitamins for Women”, Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption and fighting off osteoporosis.  In fact, this is not just about women’s bones, but the bone health in men as well.  Furthermore, Vitamin D is a key vitamin that we should ensure is part of the daily diet and routine for our children and teenagers as it is never too early to focus on bone health.

How can you maintain your necessary Vitamin D intake?  First of all, you should be getting about 400-800 IU of Vitamin D.   This is a range, and you should discuss your Vitamin D needs with your physician before starting any kind of vitamin or supplement for your bones.    D3 is typically the best supplement to get for bone health, as it is usually the best-absorbed. 

You can also address your daily Vitamin D needs in your diet.  Unfortunately, few foods in nature contain Vitamin D.  However, many fortified foods do include Vitamin D, especially milk, as milk fortification was long ago implemented to combate rickets.   

D-rich foods include:

Fish, such as tuna, sardines, salmon

Fish Oil

Vitamin D fortified foods like milk or orange juice, yogurt (check labels closely, as different products may or may not fortify with Vitamin D) and breakfast cereals

There are great supplement options to ensure that you get the daily allotment of Vitamin D for your bone health when you see less and less sun in the Fall and Winter months.  Discuss your Vitamin D options with your physician and create a plan to address Vitamin D in both your diet, lifestyle and supplements!

Bone Health Supplements and Bone Health Vitamins  want to remind you that your mom was right about eating your fruits and veggies! Did you know that one of the best things that you can do to improve your bone health is to eat more fruits and veggies?

I recently read that people who consume the most fruits and vegetables enjoy higher bone density levels than those that have diets low in fruits and vegetables. This is based off of the diets of people who consumed at least 5 servings per day of fruits and vegetables. Only FIVE servings a day can dramatically impact bone density levels? Seems easy to accomplish, right?

Tips to enjoy more fruits and veggies:

Add fresh fruit to your morning routine of cereal or outmeal. Just a handful of fresh berries a day can bring healthy antioxidants to your diet and help you to maintain stronger bones!

Skip the soda, substitute a fresh fruit juice. The soda may give you a short term sugar boost, however, the fruit juice will give your body a natural boost, as well as positively impact your bone density!

Cut up carrots, celery, apple slices and other yummy natural snacks and have them fridge-ready and handy in snack-size baggies. They are easy to grab, easy to pack in a briefcase, backpack or purse, and you can take all the work out of preparing the snacks by creating multiple snack packs all at once! You can even add healthy, organic peanut butter, almond butter, hummus or other healthy spreads and snacks to make the veggie or fruit snack more appealing and less boring or monotonous!

Add veggies to every meal, by adding a side salad, or incorporating the vegetables into the meal itself. Love pasta? Adding brocoli to your usual pasta meal not only adds appetizing color, but a healthy way to fortify your bone density. Chop carrots, celery and other veggies into your hamburger mix, chili or meatloaf. You will add a new level of flavors, add moisture and texture to your usual meal and impact your bones!

Hit the Farmer’s Market, or check out local produce providers to get the freshest fruit and veggies available, as well as interesting new varieties that you can experiment with in your cooking and baking. If you do not have a Farmer’s Market available, check out services that will deliver fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables to your doorstep! Farm Fresh to You is just one example, you may be able to find a service in your community or surrounding community that offers a similar service! AAA Fruit Baskets can be the best gift you give to a loved one, or even yourself! Shop Fruit Baskets Now

Got a sweet tooth? Eat a yogurt with fresh fruit, or an energy bar with a fruit serving. The natural sweetness of fruit can soothe that sweet tooth, saving you calories and fat…and making for stronger bones!

Okay, fine. So you cannot eat enough fruits and vegetables. At least take a multi-vitamin or bone health supplement to your daily routine to help your body get those much needed vitamins and minerals found naturally in fruits and vegetables.

Do you have other great ideas on how to add fruit and vegetable servings to your every day routine?