12/09/2024
The Best Herbs for Osteoporosis
As we age, a decline in bone-protecting hormones can cause weak bones. As a result, postmenopausal women and older men are most likely to get this condition. Often there are no symptoms. That is why it is referred to as a “silent” disease. Osteoporosis is a condition not often discovered until a fracture or vertebrae collapse. The delay in diagnosis plus subsequent injuries can result in back pain, loss of height, and/or a hunched posture.
While medications can treat osteoporosis, herbs have become a popular remedy for those suffering from this condition. This article examines the research behind these natural treatments and whether they can improve bone loss and osteoporosis.
Natural Herbs for Osteoporosis Treatment
There are many natural herbs recommended for osteoporosis. They may be used in cooking or are taken as a supplement in the form of a pill, powder, or tea. Here is a list of herbs that may improve bone health and work as an alternative treatment for osteoporosis:
Red sage
Salvianolic acid, tanshinones, and magnesium lithospermate B are compounds in red sage that may improve bone health. Salvianolic acids have antioxidant properties that prevent inflammation and free radical production associated with the breakdown of bone. These compounds can also help bone growth. Red sage is also a good source of vitamin K, which is needed for healthy bones.
Red clover
A 2015 study had 60 menopausal women take 150 milligrams of red clover for 12 weeks and the results were compared to a group that took a placebo (a substance having no therapeutic value). Researchers found that bone mineral density was improved in the women who took red clover.
Horsetail
Quercetin, oleanolic acid, and ursolic acid are antioxidants found in horsetail. These compounds may improve calcium levels and increase bone growth. Horsetail also contains the compound silica. Supplements made from silica have been linked to improved bone mineral density and strength.
Thyme
One study examined how taking 1,000 milligrams of thyme daily for six months would affect 40 postmenopausal women. Researchers found that regular consumption of thyme improved bone mineral density better than a calcium/vitamin D3 supplement. Thyme may be most effective when used with sage and rosemary. Bone mineral density levels were higher with this combination than with thyme alone.
Turmeric
Curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric, may help with low bone density. A preliminary study found taking a curcumin supplement for six months showed significant improvements in 57 people with low bone density.
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