Your bones are, and they're paying the price.
Did you know that nearly 2 billion people currently suffer from musculoskeletal disorders?
This is an estimate of the people who are diagnosed, but I am sure that this figure must exceed 3 billion, given that part of the population has problems without having been monitored and diagnosed.
A global epidemic that is seriously impacting people's health and quality of life, and for which neither accurate studies nor effective therapeutic approaches are being carried out.
There are more than 150 disorders that affect the musculoskeletal system, but today I want to focus on several of them (osteoporosis and osteopenia).
Osteopenia is a decrease in bone mineral density (the amount of mineral matter in the bones), and if this persists over time and the underlying causes are not addressed, it will eventually become osteoporosis (a disease in which this high demineralization has triggered a loss of bone mass).
What is the current approach in these two circumstances?
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Medications: antiresorptive, osteoformative, mixed action, etc.
These medications focus on the consequence rather than the cause, attempting by simplistic means to prevent bone loss or to regenerate bone, but this is neither effective nor beneficial to health, given the adverse effects of these medications. - In the best case, it is recommended to take calcium and vitamin D, since they are two nutrients that are partly responsible for good bone health, and I say partly because there are many other nutrients and circumstances that lead to demineralization and loss of bone mass.
I would like to welcome you to the exciting world of scientific (orthomolecular) nutrition, in which you will be able to discover everything behind the loss of bone health and the vast majority of musculoskeletal problems and disorders.
What does our body need to achieve good bone health?
1. Nutrients:
Beyond those we currently know, vitamin D and calcium (which are usually the only ones recommended), there are other very important ones, and which in many cases are the ones behind this demineralization and bone deterioration. 
Manganese
It is an essential nutrient in the formation, maintenance, repair and regeneration of bones, as well as being an important cofactor in the production of antioxidants (SOD).
In this case, a nutrient that not only contributes to good bone health (directly), but also puts a stop to oxidative stress (oxidation), something that is also behind the deterioration in the body (and bones do not escape its negative effects).
Foods rich in this nutrient: whole grains, nuts (preferably walnuts), fruit (pineapple, blueberries), legumes, seafood, spices.
Boron
One of its most interesting and surprising functions is related to vitamin D, since this nutrient is a cofactor (along with magnesium and vitamin B3) for the semi-active form of vitamin D (calcidiol) to be transformed into its active form (caltitriol), and we can currently see how vitamin D deficiency represents a problem for health in general, and in this case a serious problem for proper bone function.
If not enough vitamin D can be produced, calcium cannot be absorbed, and with low calcium levels, a bone problem will develop over time.
Foods rich in this nutrient: nuts (macadamia nuts, almonds, hazelnuts), fruits (strawberries, plums, peaches, figs), vegetables (lettuce, cabbage, celery, beetroot), legumes, avocado, apricots, peanut butter.
Phosphorus
This nutrient is vital for bone mineralization, and most of it is found in bone bound to calcium, so it should be given special attention.
How many of you or how many of your therapists have taken this mineral into account?
I would like to see how many of the therapeutic approaches focused on demineralization have taken into account the contribution of this vital nutrient.
In addition to its direct role in bone formation, it also indirectly plays a role in the production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate), and as you may have noticed, to produce energy it is important to obtain phosphorus molecules, so without a sufficient amount of this mineral there will not be enough ATP molecules for osteoblasts to build bone.
Foods rich in phosphorus: yogurt, cheese, meat, fish, eggs, nuts.
Magnesium
A mineral that is involved in more than 300 biochemical reactions, and one of its functions is to form part of the bone structure (about 65%).
One of the most interesting things about this mineral is that it has the ability to suppress the action of parathyroid hormone, a hormone that increases bone resorption and stimulates osteoclasts (bone cells) to break down bone, so the more magnesium there is, the less bone breakdown occurs.
Magnesium, in addition to having the ability to suppress PTH and decrease bone degradation, has the function (as a cofactor) of activating an enzyme necessary to form new bone.
Therefore, obtaining adequate levels of this mineral should be fundamental for good bone mineralization.
Foods rich in this nutrient: cocoa, nuts (almonds, walnuts), legumes, pumpkin seeds, quinoa, corn, oats, snails.
Fluorine
Nutrient with various functions, including that of obtaining a good bone metabolism, since it stimulates the activity of the osteoblast (bone-building cell), and can replace hydroxyl ions in hydroxyapatite, increasing bone strength.
Foods rich in this micronutrient: fish (sardines, cod), shellfish (oysters, mussels), nuts (walnuts, cashews), peanuts, cocoa, oats, yogurt, cheese, whole grain cereals, coffee.
Silicon
This mineral is of vital importance because it promotes bone calcification, supporting the mineralization and reconstruction of bone tissue.
It is necessary for calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium to be fixed in the bones, so a deficiency or insufficiency could mean that even with good levels of these minerals, they cannot carry out their functions at the cellular level.
Foods rich in this nutrient: barley, beer, oats, fruits (banana, cherries, avocado, coconut), buckwheat, watercress (a vegetable from the cress family), parsley, mustard, millet, dandelion.
Zinc
This micronutrient is involved in many metabolic functions, and 85% of its reserves can be found in muscles and bones, contributing vitally to the proper development of bone metabolism.
As part of numerous metalloenzymes, including zinc-dependent proteolytic enzymes called matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), many of which are expressed at high levels in bone, fulfilling functions in ossification, as well as bone modeling and remodeling processes.
Foods rich in this nutrient: shellfish (oysters and crustaceans), red meat, fish, cheese, nuts, wheat germ, sesame seeds,
Copper
A mineral that works in synergy with zinc, and is important in various organic functions, including helping to maintain bone health.
A deficiency or insufficiency could affect the good condition of the bones.
Foods rich in this nutrient: spirulina algae, spices (dill, curry, chili, mustard, cumin), oysters, sesame seeds, cocoa, nuts, squid, lobster, sundried tomatoes, whole grains, coffee, black tea.
Vitamin C
This water-soluble vitamin is involved in countless metabolic functions, including contributing to improved bone formation, as it is a cofactor involved in the hydroxylation of lysine and proline, and participates in the binding of collagen fibers in bones, so a deficiency or insufficiency in this nutrient can lead to bone demineralization.
Foods rich in this nutrient: acerola, guava, strawberries, lemon, grapefruit, orange, papaya, mango, tangerine, red bell pepper, red chili pepper, chili pepper, parsley.
Vitamin K
This vitamin is an important cofactor for carrying out the gamma carboxylation of glutamic acid, which is a very important factor in the production of osteocalcin (a hormone related to bone formation), so obtaining adequate levels is essential in these types of situations (always assess K1+K2).
Foods rich in this nutrient: Kale, collard greens, spinach, turnip greens, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, asparagus, sundried tomatoes, blueberries, blackberries, figs, kiwi, avocado, beets, olive oil.
I wanted to show you not only the nutrients that are necessary, but also where you can obtain them through food, so that you can incorporate them into your daily life.
Several of these micronutrients are involved both directly in bone formation and indirectly as cofactors in reactions related to good bone health, such as magnesium, zinc, and vitamin C, which are necessary for an enzyme called alkaline phosphatase to carry out its ossification process.
This is the first point we should pay attention to, but now we will go to another of vital importance, which is behind many musculoskeletal problems.
2. To have a low level of heavy metals
Excessive heavy metals represent a major problem in the deterioration of overall health, but with regard to bone health, I would like to explain one of the most common causes that affects bone health.
There are heavy metals with a great capacity to penetrate bone, displacing other important metals, such as calcium.
We can use lead as an example, although there are others that can cause similar problems.
Lead has a chemical structure similar to that of calcium, so high levels (due to little or no detoxifying capacity) tend to be deposited in different parts of the body, specifically in the bone.
I am seeing more and more people with bone health problems for this very reason, and although at a micronutritional level they are in the best condition, these nutrients will be inefficient in carrying out their functions in the osteocytes (since the heavy metal will be occupying their place).
It is important to keep this in mind, since achieving a high micronutrient profile while simultaneously reducing metals will be the key to achieving optimal bone health.
3. Have a low level of oxidative stress (free radicals)
Excessive free radicals are another key factor behind many bone problems, since a free radical is an unstable molecule that damages all the stable molecules it encounters, and with regard to bone cell health, a greater number of these molecules represents a higher level of catabolism (destruction).
At the bone level, we are in a constant process of building and reabsorbing bone, which is called bone remodeling. This happens throughout life and is important for proper bone cell health.
The problem arises when the destruction process is greater than the formation process, and to a large extent this process is related to the high level of free radicals, given that these have a great capacity to produce cell degeneration and destruction.
It is impossible to avoid having free radicals (it is a normal part of our own cellular metabolism), the key is to ensure that they represent the smallest possible amount.
“Presenting 100,000 free radicals is not the same as presenting 10 million.”
The greater the amount of these substances, the greater the amount of catabolism (destruction).
So how should we approach bone problems?
- To provide all the nutrients our cells need for proper bone formation and maintenance.
- To have the lowest possible level of internal toxins (specifically heavy metals).
- To have a low level of oxidative stress and a high anti-aging potential
What can we do in terms of diet and supplementation?
Regarding diet, the most important thing is to provide daily not only foods that contain all the nutrients I have mentioned, but also foods with high ORAC potential (high antioxidant capacity).
Below is a list so you can incorporate these foods into your daily diet:
Top 50 ORAC Foods
- Cloves: 314,446
- Saved from sumac: 312,100
- Cinnamon: 267,536
- Dried oregano: 200.129
- Turmeric: 159,277
- Acai berry: 102,700
- Black sorghum: 100,800
- Pure cocoa: 80.933
- Cumin seed: 76,800
- Maqui powder: 75,000
- Dried parsley: 74.349
- Red sorghum: 71,000
- Dried basil: 67.553
- Curry powder: 48.504
- Grain sorghum: 45,400
- Maqui juice: 40,000
- Sage: 32,004
- Mustard seeds: 29,257
- Ginger: 28,811
- Black pepper: 27.618
- Fresh thyme: 27,426
- Fresh marjoram: 27,297
- Goji berries: 25,300
- Chili powder: 23.636
- Lignans of flax: 19,600
- Pecan nuts: 17,940
- Paprika: 17,919
- Fresh tarragon: 15,542
- Raw ginger root: 14,840
- Elderberries: 14,697
- Fresh mint: 13.978
- Fresh oregano: 13,978
- Nuts: 13,541
- Hazelnuts: 9,645
- Blueberries: 9,584
- Artichokes: 9,416
- Red beans: 8,320
- Black beans: 8,040
- Pistachios: 7,983
- Plums: 7,581
- Garlic powder: 6.665
- Blueberries: 6,552
- Blackberries: 5,347
- Raw garlic: 5.346
- Coriander leaves: 5,141
- Raspberries: 4,882
- Fresh basil: 4.805
- Strawberries: 3,577
- Cherries: 3,365
- Gooseberries: 3.277
Regarding food, I have already mentioned which foods are richest in each of the nutrients.
As you may have noticed, in terms of supplementation, the micronutrients I mentioned should not be missing, and I have seen through clinical experience that people with various bone problems (osteoporosis, osteopenia, osteomalacia, etc.) reversed their condition when they increased their reserves of these micronutrients, reaching a point of regaining perfect bone health.
Sometimes, even with the best diet, we cannot meet the nutritional needs that our body requires, so we must provide high-quality supplements to achieve therapeutic success.
It is important that in this type of problem you provide not only a nutrient-rich supplement, but one with a high antioxidant potential, since that will be key to achieving a full recovery (regardless of the problem).
Regarding supplementation, I would like to discuss the best therapeutic strategy, and which products should be introduced into your daily life.
Primarily, we should consider a supplement with a high antioxidant and detoxifying potential and a high nutritional profile, that is, one that is as complete as possible in terms of formulation.
I would like to show you a supplement that meets 90% of all these requirements I have mentioned.
Energy ProDetox
Energyprodetox , a supplement that contains incredible antioxidant and detoxifying potential and a high micronutrient profile, has been scientifically proven (with analyses) to improve everything mentioned above (greater detoxification, decreased oxidative stress, increased micronutrient reserves, and improvement of the entire musculoskeletal system).
All of this is equivalent to an increase in cellular potential (improvement of overall health) and a decrease in bone catabolism (cell destruction).
Here's a link to a guide with much more information about the product; I'm sure you'll be amazed.
ENERGY Pro Detox
Regarding the fact that it meets 90% of the requirements, this is because the remaining 10% is related to other nutrients that I will mention (since it does not contain them in the EPD), so that you can take them into account to provide them together.
Calcium, Silicon, fluorine, boron, vitamin D and vitamin K.
It is important that both you and your therapist know your micronutritional status, so that you can determine the correct amount to take.
Here are some general recommendations for you to keep in mind:
Calcium: 1000mg
Vitamin K2: 65mcg
Boron: 2mg
Vitamin D: 100 mcg (4000 IU)
Fluoride: Supplementation is not necessary, as the intake from the foods I mentioned in its section is sufficient.
Silicon: in the form of organic silicon 25mg/day
Through all these recommendations that I have shown you, I have been able to verify how people with bone and joint health problems improved spectacularly, determining it not only at the level of symptoms, but also at the level of analytical quantification (with bone densitometry).
I have been able to verify the following:
- How people with osteoporosis returned to their normal functional bone health.
- People with osteopenia did not develop osteoporosis and regained their normal functional status.
- As people with different degrees of osteoarthritis (from grade 1 to 5), they regained their normal joint function.
Therefore, we must discard the idea or thought that something is chronic or degenerative because conventional medicine has determined it and has constantly repeated it to us.
The only thing that is established as chronic or degenerative is that for which no explanation has been found, the cause of said alteration/affect has not been understood, and reductionist, simplistic treatments or therapies have been proposed that are directed at the symptom or sign (not at the cause).
Scientific (orthomolecular) nutrition thoroughly investigates all aspects of the human body (physiological, pathophysiological and biochemical), and in this way be able to understand what is happening inside the person.
In this way, a therapeutic approach can be planned with sound judgment and effectiveness, and the person can recover their health as soon as possible without having to remain a chronic and perpetual patient.
No matter what type of bone/joint/tendon disorder or pathology you have, if you can understand what led you there, and work on it intelligently through proper nutrition, supplementation, and hydration, everything will return to normal.
I assure you that it will be so; I have been able to verify it in hundreds of people with countless problems and disorders (of the so-called chronic/degenerative kind), who have managed to recover their health and quality of life.
However, to reach new places we must choose different paths, since by doing the same thing repeatedly (same therapies and treatments), we will only manage to stay in the same place, stagnant.