Strengthen your bones with gifts of nature |
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Our bones are being constantly rebuilt. New bone tissue is produced all the time.
If that were not the case, our bones would loose quality and we would suffer frequent bone breaks.
Cells called osteoclasts resorb old bones and then the new bone is created by cells called osteoblasts.
Under normal condition, osteoblasts and osteoclasts are in a state of mutual harmony, but that harmony can be disrupted.
In such situations we suffer a reduction of bone mass.
Most people experience a reduction of bone density upon reaching thirties.
Women go through additional acceleration in the reduction of bone density during the first ten years following the start of the menopause.
Luckily, there are some steps you can take in order to slow down or completely stop the reduction of bone density.
We are not talking about medications or diet supplements. As always, nature offers the best solution.
Fennel
First in line, there is a well-known and often unfairly neglected vegetable – fennel. If you have not used it so far, it is time to give it a try.
This plant has many names, one of the most famous being the Italian name finocchio. In the North American supermarkets this plant is often mislabeled as “anise”.
This vegetable has long been used for healing purposes. Since the ancient times fennel is used to treat bad breath and digestive problems and also to reduce mucous in the lungs.
Fennel seeds have a beneficial effect against the loss of mineral bone density.
It increases the number of osteoblasts (bone-building cells) and by doing so it protects our bones.
Fennel is a treasure chest filled with nutrients, including vitamin C, folic acid, calcium and magnesium.
It also contains antioxidants that help reduce inflammations, strengthen the immune system and aid in preventing cancer.
So even if you do not like fennel, add it from time to time to your menu. After all, your health matters the most.
Fennel is just one example of vegetables that are good for your bones.
Most vegetables we consume have positive effects on bone mineral status.
By including quality organic and homegrown vegetables into your diet, you will increase the strength of your bones and significantly reduce the risk of fractures at any stage of your life.
Cocoa
Our bones are comprised of about a dozen minerals.
Apart from calcium, you also have to focus on intake of other minerals, such as silicon and magnesium.
Good sources of silicon are pickles, peppers, tomatoes and various herbs including nettle, common horsetail and alfalfa.
When it comes to magnesium, the best source of this mineral is raw organic cocoa.
Yes, quality chocolate is rich in magnesium so do not avoid it!
Other abundant source of minerals is Himalayan crystal salt - it contains all the 84 minerals found in the human body.
Himalayan salt has been fairly unknown in this part of the world until recently. Now you can find it in healthy food stores.
Vitamin K2
Another important ingredient that our body needs for building strong bones is vitamin K2.
If you do not regularly eat the following foods, then you probably have a deficiency of vitamin K2 and you should do something about it:
- fermented foods (home-made sauerkraut)
- organic animal products (yoghurt, butter etc.)
- various types of cheese
To conclude, one of the best ways to achieve healthy bones is to have a diet rich in fresh, raw and whole foods that contain natural minerals.
That way your body will receive all nutrients needed for its normal functioning.
Do not forget…
Apart from proper nutrition, do not forget to get regular sunlight exposure in order to ensure your body to produce the required amount of vitamin D.
Do not forget to exercise regularly. Strength training is scientifically proven to stimulate bone growth.
Finally, if you reduce sugar and refined cereal intake you can be confident that you have done everything you possibly could for your bones in order to keep them healthy and strong at any stage of your life!
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