Taken as supplements, certain trace elements can promote bone formation and help to prevent osteoporosis. Some people get enough trace elements in their diets but for the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, supplements can be helpful.

Research has shown that boron, found in food such as apples, broccoli, grapes, legumes, nuts and pears is important for calcium metabolism. In addition, it has proven to be an effective mineral for the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis because of its ability to activate important vitamins and minerals in the body.

A zinc deficiency is associated with decreases in bone density. That is why it is important to maintain adequate levels of zinc in your diet to prevent and/or treat osteoporosis. Foods rich in zinc include Brazil nuts, oats, peanuts, pumpkins seeds and rye.  (The OsteoPlus supplement are use in the clinic contains both zinc and boron as well as the other important bone nutrients calcium, magnesium and vitamin D – see the Resources Page.)

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