Archive for July, 2010
Natural Bone Supplementation
Since celebrating my 83rd birthday last fall, my health has taken a definitive turn for the worse. Everyday I awake to excruciating pain in my bones, muscles and joints, preventing me from completing many basic chores around the house. Throughout my life I’ve been opposed to painkillers and synthetic drugs, and I wasn’t about to start taking them now.
I consulted with my physician to determine alternative means for mediating the pain, and he offered several natural bone supplements I could try. The first few didn’t do much for me, but I eventually found a supplement that alleviated much of the pain and allowed me to return to my daily routine. He also suggested some dietary and lifestyle changes, and I can honestly see my condition improving with each passing day. I feel like I’m 75 again!
Strontium Citrate Promotes Long Term Bone Health
As the Baby Boomers are reaching their golden years, diseases typically afflicting senior citizens are on the rise. One of the first conditions of these conditions that come to mind is osteoporosis. Thanks to medical research and myriad companies looking to develop the next miracle drug, there have been significant advancements in supplements to promote bone health. Not surprisingly, one of the most effective of these supplements comes straight from the earth.
Strontium is a mineral found in the Earth’s ore, and recent studies suggest that strontium citrate supplements can promote bone strength and prolonged health. Despite a large number of studies, scientists have yet to find any adverse side effects contributed to strontium use, which is somewhat of a miracle in this day and age. Due to these findings, strontium citrate is on the rise as a safe and effective means to combat bone frailty.