Reviewed by Dr.Vijaykumar Kamat & written by Dr. Gauri Mane.

The correct diet is essential to prevent osteoporosis. The consumption of processed foods causes biochemical and metabolism changes within the body, which in turn decreases bone density. The first step to reducing the consumption of processed food is to cut back on it.

Eating organic and high-quality foods can reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Calcium, vitamin D and Vitamin K2 are believed to be essential nutrients that help build healthy bones. Omega-3 fatty acid plays a vital role in the strengthening of your bones. Calcium taken before exercising will help maintain the calcium level in the blood. However, if calcium is taken after exercise, the calcium level may decrease. It is therefore recommended that you take calcium supplements before working out at the gym.

It is important to keep in mind that calcium works best when combined with vitamin D and K2. If you only take calcium supplements, they may not work. In one of her books, Dr. Kate Rheaume wrote that bones are composed of many minerals. People who only take calcium supplements will harm their bones and increase the risk of osteoporosis. He suggested that unprocessed natural salts were the best source to meet the different mineral requirements for strong bones.

In order to maintain the right bone density, it is also important to consider the ratios of nutrients. Vitamin K2 is not well known. We know that vitamin D and calcium have a close relationship, but little about vitamin K2. It is a vitamin that helps calcium reach the right places, such as your teeth and bones. This vitamin also stops calcium from reaching places it’s not needed, such as soft tissues and arteries.

Sodium and potassium are also essential nutrients for healthy bones. To maintain adequate bone density, you must balance the ratio between these two minerals. You will not be able to maintain a balanced diet if you eat a lot of processed foods. These foods are high in sodium and low in potassium. Osteoporosis is caused by an imbalance of sodium and potassium.

Unprocessed organic foods that provide the right amount of essential nutrients are best for preventing osteoporosis. Unprocessed food will contain the correct amount of potassium and other minerals for optimal bone health.

Role of the exercise

Exercise is important for building healthy and strong bones. You must choose the correct exercises to stimulate osteoblasts, which are cells that form bones. Regular physical activity helps renew and rebuild bone. Exercise should be a lifetime commitment for osteoporosis prevention.

Natural treatment for osteoporosis

Combining nutritional supplements, herbal remedies, and homeopathic remedies with a diet high in minerals and a healthy lifestyle, you can maintain good bone health naturally without any side effects. All of these natural treatments help reduce the risk of osteoporosis. Herbs like osteolief or osheal tablets are believed to be able to heal bones through the mineralization of the bone, the tensile strength and the callus formation. Homeopathic remedies help to form new bone cells in a natural and gentle way.