How to Speed Up Collagen Production in Bones
Protein is necessary for collagen production in bones. The strength of bones not only depends on the quantity of the bone tissue, but on the quality of the bone tissue. Diet plays an important role in building collagen. Collagen lays the ground work to restore and strengthen new bone growth.Things You'll Need
- Fruit
- Vegetable
- Supplements
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Exercise regularly.
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Take bisphosphonates. Bisphosphonates is the most commonly prescribed medication for osteoporosis. Bisphosphonates stop the bones from becoming weaker and breaking down, preserving and maintaining healthy bone. Your doctor can prescribe a bisphosphonates medication.
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Take calcium and vitamin D supplements. According to the Mayo Clinic, the guideline for the recommended daily amount of calcium is 1,500 milligrams. If you are getting adequate amounts of calcium and vitamin D in your diet, it may not be necessary to take supplements.
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Eat foods rich in vitamin C such as asparagus, berries, broccoli, avocados, brussel sprouts, collards, cantaloupe, dulse, grapefruit, dandelion greens, kale, mango, lemons, onions, mustard greens, papayas, oranges, green peas, parsley, sweet peppers, pinea, and persimmons. Vitamin C helps to make collagen and boost the immune system.
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Eat silica-rich foods, such as burdock root, cucumbers, tomatoes, radish, oats, bell peppers, alfalfa, cabbage, strawberries, and sunflower seeds. Silica helps to absorb calcium.
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Eat foods rich in protein. Protein-rich foods are fish, nuts, beans, poultry, airy foods, and lentils.
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Eat foods high in vitamin D. Vitamin D is essential for absorbing calcium. Foods rich in vitamin D include cod liver oil, salmon, tuna fish, milk, and egg yolks.
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Eat foods high in calcium. Foods rich in calcium include hard cheese, whitebait, sardines, tofu, milk, anchovies, almonds, milk chocolate, fish palate, yogurt, and broccoli.
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Quit smoking.
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