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Bone Health

6 herbs and supplements with traditional or clinical support

C
Calcium
Ca — Element #20

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body, with 99% stored in bones and teeth as hydroxyapatite....

  • supports bone mineralization and maintenance of bone de...
  • required for normal muscle contraction, including cardi...
  • plays a critical role in nerve impulse transmission and...
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V
Vitamin D

Supports calcium and phosphorus use, bones, teeth, growth, muscle strength, heartbeat regulation, immunity, th...

  • supports calcium absorption
  • supports phosphorus absorption
  • supports bone health
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V
Vitamin K

Supports blood clotting, bone formation and repair, calcium use, osteoporosis prevention, vascular health, liv...

  • supports prothrombin production
  • supports normal blood clotting
  • supports bone formation
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M
Magnesium
Mg — Element #12

An essential macromineral that acts as a cofactor in over 300 enzyme reactions. Most of the body's magnesium i...

  • cofactor for over 300 enzymes, including those that pro...
  • required for dna, rna, and protein synthesis
  • supports normal muscle function and helps prevent cramp...
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B
Boron
B — Element #5

Boron is an ultratrace mineral found in fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts. While no RDA has been establish...

  • may augment or mimic estrogen and testosterone effects,...
  • animal studies suggest boron is required for normal bon...
  • associated with improved cognitive performance (attenti...
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S
Silicon
Si — Element #14

The second most abundant element in the earth's crust, present in trace amounts throughout the body. Silicon i...

  • supports collagen formation and connective tissue stren...
  • may support bone density when consumed regularly throug...
  • associated with hair, skin, and nail strength in observ...
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