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	Osteoporosis Treatment and Prevention Prevent symptoms of osteoporosis from developing with herb, vitamin and mineral therapy. Adequate intake of calcium, magnesium and vitamin D is vital. Weight-bearing exercise, walking and lifting weights, as well as other exercises, including tai chi, can help fight osteoporosis. People may not know that they have osteoporosis until their bones become so weak that a sudden strain, bump, or fall causes a fracture or a vertebra to collapse. Collapsed vertebrae may initially be felt or seen in the form of severe back pain, loss of height, or spinal deformities. Eighty percent of those affected by osteoporosis are women. Osteoporosis is responsible for more than 1.5 million fractures annually, including: 300,000 hip fractures 700,000 vertebral fractures 250,000 wrist fractures 300,000 fractures at other sites. Calcium is important for building strong bones in childhood, maintaining bone density in adulthood and reducing the risk of fracture as we age. In fact, every cell in our body needs calcium to function properly. Because calcium is so important, our body carefully regulates blood levels of calcium to ensure that calcium levels stay within the normal range. When blood levels of calcium are lower than the range allows, calcium is removed from bone to raise these levels back to normal range. Conversely, when blood calcium levels are above the range, as after a calcium-rich meal, calcium is deposited in the bone. Therefore, bones act as a "calcium bank" with deposits and withdrawals being made according to a strictly regimented system. It is important to make sure you are getting the recommended amount of calcium every day. Studies show that low calcium intakes appear to be associated with low bone mass, rapid bone loss, and high fracture rates. Many people consume less than half the amount of calcium recommended to build and maintain healthy bones. Good sources of calcium include low fat dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, cheese and ice cream; dark green, leafy vegetables, such as broccoli, collard greens, bok choy and spinach; sardines and salmon with bones; tofu and almonds. You probably need to take a calcium supplement to get an adequate supply of calcium. Postmenopausal women and older men need to consume more calcium. This may be caused by inadequate amounts of vitamin D, which is necessary for intestinal absorption of calcium. Also, as you age, your body becomes less efficient at absorbing calcium and other nutrients. Older adults also are more likely to have chronic medical problems and take medications that impair calcium absorption. To prevent Osteoporosis: 1. Take a High Potency Multivitamin with Minerals daily. 80-7 Multiple Vitamins & Minerals – 60 Tablets 60 Tablets $21.95 2. Take Calcium daily. 58-1 Calcium Citrate with Minerals 100 tablets $15.95 3. Take Vitamin D daily. 87-8 A & D Vitamins 25,000/1000 IU 120 gel capsules $11.95 4. Take Magnesium daily. Magnesium is as important as Calcium in the prevention and treatment of Osteoporosis. 62-2 Magnesium 500mg + 100mg herbs 100 capsules $10.95 We have organized Superb Herbs Products into the following categories: Aromatherapy, Arthritis, Allergies, Cancer, Cholesterol, Cleansing, Eucalyptus Oil, Health Conditions, Herbal Formulas, High Blood Pressure, Menopause, Natural Medicine, Pet Medicine, Prostate, Sexual Vitality, Single Herbs, Vitamins, Weight Loss, and Women's Health. For a complete list of Superb Herbs' products, visit our Site Directory A - J and K - Z. | Acne | Alzheimers | Anxiety Stress | Arthritis | Asthma Allergies | Bladder Infection | Bronchitis | Cellulite | Cholesterol | Colds Flu | Constipation | CFS | Depression | Diabetes | Ear Infection | Heart Disease | Hemorrhoids | Hepatitis | Herpes | High Blood Pressure | Hypothyroidism | Insomnia | Kidney Disease | Menopause | Migraines | Multiple Sclerosis | Osteoporosis | Periodontal Disease | PMS | Prostate Disorders | Psoriasis | Sexual Vitality | Sinusitis | Vision | Weight Loss | Gout | COPD Relief | | Return Home | Health Conditions | Superb Herbs | Vitamins Minerals Aminos | Natural Medicine | Men's Health | Site Directory Contact US | Links | Health Blog |

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