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OsteoMend™ - Building Bone Support Formula
The importance of calcium in preventing osteoporosis is undeniable. Yet, calcium does not work alone in creating
strong, healthy bones. Although calcium is a major constituent of bone, the whole bone matrix is composed
of a variety of other minerals including phosphorus, magnesium, over 20 trace elements, proteins, collagen,
and glycosaminoglycans. Any combination of these may be lost in diseases related to bone deterioration.
It is imperative to replace them all in order to rebuild bone.*
The superiority of Microcrystalline Calcium Hydroxyapatite (MCHC) compared to traditional forms of calcium
has been shown in a number of controlled calcium balance and calcium absorption studies. The whole bone extract
is exceptionally well-absorbed, producing more prolonged positive balance than soluble calcium salts.*
MCHC has been uniquely found to not only prevent further loss of bone, but to restore its mineral content,
and is also well-tolerated. Unlike calcium carbonate, the bone extract does not produce carbon dioxide known
to interfere with digestion.*
It is important not to confuse MCHC with bone meal. Although MCHC is derived from bone, MCHC is specially
processed to retain all bone minerals and organic residues intact in their natural physiological ratios.
Unlike many bone meal products, MCHC is not heated or treated with chemical solvents.*
Features Include |
| MCHC: |
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Calcium microcrystalline hydroxyapatite is a calcium compound which contains minerals in their natural ratios,
as well as residues of matrix, proteins, and glycosaminoglycans.*
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| Vitamin D3: |
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Vitamin D promotes intestinal calcium and phosphorous absorption, and reduces urinary calcium loss, both
essential mechanisms for maintaining proper calcium levels in the body, and for healthy bone composition.*
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| Magnesium glycinate: |
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Highly absorbable magnesium chelate for sensitive individuals; assists the uptake and utilization of calcium
and synergizes the secretion of parathyroid hormone.*
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| Boron glycinate: |
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Boron supports calcium, phosphorous, and magnesium metabolism, and reduces the loss of these minerals
through the urine. Boron plays a role in the synthesizing of estrogen, vitamin D, and other steroidal hormones
and protects these hormones from rapid breakdown. In addition, boron strengthens the connective structure
in bone matrix.*
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| Zinc picolinate: |
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Zinc plays a fundamental role in collagen formation and healthy tissue development, including bone.*
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Recommendations
Helion Nutraceuticals recommends (for adults): 1 to 6 capsules daily in divided doses, 30 to 60 minutes before meals.
Maintenance: 1 capsule, 3 times a day.
Therapeutic: 2 capsules, 3 times a day.
Three vegetable capsules contain: |
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| Microcrystalline hydroxyapetite | 1700 mg |
| Vitamin D3 | 1000 IU |
| Magnesium glycinate | 250 mg |
| Zinc picolinate | 25 mg |
| Boron glycinate | 5 mg |
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References
1Pines A, Raafat H, Lynn AH, et al. Clinical trial of MCHC in the prevention of osteoporosis due to corticosteroid therapy. Curr Med Res Opin 1984;8:734-42.
2Stepan JJ, Pospichal J, Presl J, et al. Prospective trial of ossein-hydroxyapatite compound in surgically induced postmenopausal women. Bone 1989;10:179-85.
3Laura A. G. Armas, er al. Low vitamin D status despite abundant sun exposure. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2007 April 10:2006 2250
4Ruegsegger P, Keller A, Dambacher MA. Comparison of the treatment effects of ossein-hydroxyapatite compound and calcium carbonate in osteoporotic females. Osteo Int
1995;5:30-34.
5Castello-Branco C, Pons F, Vicente JJ, et al. Preventing postmenopausal bone loss with ossein-hydroxyapatite compounds. J Reprod Med 1999;44:601-05.
6Dawson-Hughes B, Harris SS, Krall EA, Dallal GE. Effect of calcium and vitamin D supplementation on bone density in men and women 65 years of age or older. N Engl J Med.
1997 Sep 4;337(10):670-6.
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