Por qué OsteoFriend^® es tan bueno

Nutrients such as calcium, magnesium and vitamin D, along with many others in OsteoFriend^®, are needed directly for the bones and joints.

MSM (methylsulfonylmethane), a sulphur-containing compound found naturally in plants, animals and humans. Sulphur which is needed for the tendons, ligaments, cartilage and synovial fluid (joint fluid) It is often used by those with joint problems.

Calcium is a main mineral in bone that provides strength and mass, and inadequate calcium intake and excessive calcium loss can contribute to weakened bones. A daily calcium supplement is recommended to individuals at risk for osteoporosis.

Magnesium is a main mineral in bones that provides strength and mass. Magnesium works together with calcium in the bones to provide structural support and bone strength. Magnesium is needed for hundreds of reactions in the body, and unfortunately, it is a mineral that is not often consumed in adequate amounts.

Manganese is a trace mineral that contributes to normal bones. Manganese is essential for the synthesis of bone matrix proteins like collagen and proteoglycans. It works with vitamin K and vitamin D to help mineralise bones — the process that makes bones hard and strong.

As well as ingesting the right amount of nutrients, the body needs to appropriately absorb them. Some nutrients and cofactors, such as vitamin D, have been shown to enhance the absorption of nutrients that are needed for bones and joints.

Vitamin D3 is needed for calcium absorption across the gut wall. Many people do not get enough vitamin D each day to protect their bones. Vitamin D supplementation is recommended for ‘at risk’ individuals. 

L-lysine is an amino acid that enhances intestinal calcium absorption. L-lysine also plays an important role in the formation of collagen, which is needed to hold the minerals together in the bone and provide protection against breakage.

Lactobacillus reuteri is found in a healthy digestive system, which is needed for the optimum absorption of nutrients to support bone health.

Piperine is derived from black pepper and is often used to enhance nutrient absorption. Piperine inhibits certain enzymes and affects intestinal cells, improving absorption of curcumin (boosting bioavailability by up to 2,000%), selenium and vitamin B6. 

Zinc is also needed for bones, as it contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and aids with the strength of bones and joints. Zinc is essential for osteoblast activity, which is essential for bone building. Adequate zinc levels are associated with a higher bone density in older individuals.

Silica is one of the essential minerals in bone. Silica is essential for the enzyme that cross-links collagen fibres, helping give bone its flexibility and resilience.

Once the nutrients have been absorbed, they need to be taken into the bones and joints where they can exert their beneficial effects. Some nutrients and cofactors, such as vitamin K help to do this and ensure that the nutrients in this formula do what they are supposed to do. Vitamin K2 takes the absorbed calcium into the bones. It works together with calcium and vitamin D.

The strength of the bones and joints isn't just about the amount of calcium and magnesium that they contain; it's also about how these minerals are held together. The collagen in the bones does a vital job of keeping the bones and joints strong and helps to protect against breakages and osteoarthritis. Collagen requires a specific set of nutrients, including vitamin C and lysine, for its maintenance.

High homocysteine levels have been linked to a higher rate of bone loss, amongst many other problems. Vitamin B6, folate and vitamin B12 help to keep homocysteine at a normal level, therefore reducing the risk of increased bone loss from high homocysteine. We have used the most active and biologically available forms of these nutrients to support the whole population, including those with the genetic mutations which make it hard for them to use these nutrients in less biologically active forms.

Some nutrients and botanicals may help ease internal strain and oxidative stress, which can worsen joint pain and increase the rate of bone loss.

Vitamin C is one of the nutrients in OsteoFriend that helps to reduce oxidative stress. Vitamin C is needed for collagen formation within the bones and joints to help keep them strong and is essential for the formation of collagen. Collagen in the bones is just as important as bone mass for maintaining strong bones.

Selenium is a trace mineral often used to support connective tissue. Selenium is required for the function of glutathione peroxidase and other antioxidant enzymes that protect osteoblasts (bone-building cells) from oxidative stress. This protection is especially important in ageing and osteoporosis, where oxidative damage contributes to bone breakdown.

OsteoFriend^® also contains curcumin from turmeric, a natural plant compound with a history of use in traditional health practices.

Some individuals lose an excessive amount of calcium and magnesium from the bones for a variety of reasons. One of these reasons is stress. Magnesium contributes towards normal psychological function, which helps the body deal with stress appropriately and can help to decrease calcium losses.