How to Choose a Supplement for Bone Health

Bone loss is a condition that affects millions of people each year and can be considered a natural part of aging. Bone loss can lead to arthritis and other painful medical conditions. To ensure that your bones stay healthy for a long time, you should take a supplement.

Instructions

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  Speak to your doctor about taking a supplement for bone health. He may have recommendations or advise against taking certain products.

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  Purchase a calcium supplement. Calcium is a mineral that provides strength to a person's bones. If you don't eat enough calcium rich foods, then a supplement can help keep your bones healthy.

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  Take a daily dose of Citracel. Citracel is a form of calcium citrate, one of the best absorbed forms of calcium. You can take Citracel on an empty stomach, and it is low cost.

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  Add a vitamin D supplement to your diet. Vitamin D assists calcium in improving bone mass.

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  Purchase a supplement that contains DHEA. DHEA aids the body by increasing bone mass as well as stimulating bone deposition.

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  Pick up a magnesium supplement. Magnesium is necessary for cartilage and stimulates the growth of the bones. Most magnesium supplements come with a potassium supplement as well.