DeMineralization
Calcification and Demineralization: Twin Terrors of the Aging ProcessBy John M. Burgstiner One of the defining benchmarks of the aging process is the progressive movement of calcium and other bone minerals out of the bone (demineralization) and into the soft tissues of the body (calcification). God s Incredible Design: Bone is a Living Storage Depot! In constant change – old bone removed (resorption) and replaced by new (formation) Early years – new bone formed faster than old is removed – Critical need for Ca/Mg Bone Matrix: Made up of: collagen, protein, calcium phosphate, mineral complex Peak Bone Mass (Age 30) – after that resorption gradually increases – especially post-menapausal. Demineralization – Minerals needed to maintain body pH, catalysts in enzyme systems, nerve signalling, blood clotting, muscle contraction/relaxation, and hormone regulation. If dietary intake (or absorption) of minerals is not sufficient, body robs its own resources. Absorption of minerals from diet suffers as we age – lower stomach acid, less protein. Drinking sodas & eating a high carb diet (espec. refined) greatly accelerates this process. Calcium is the most plentiful mineral in the human body (normally 99% in teeth and bones, 1% in blood, nerve cells, body tissues and fluids). Many foods contain calcium (which is why we don t need to megadose it), but dairy foods are the most significant source. Sources of Calcium- Milk, yogurt, cheese, butter, broccoli, all greens, bok choy, Chinese cabbage, red meat, salmon, sardines, almonds, Brazil nuts, and dried beans.
Calcium Deficiency – Hyperexcitable nerves and muscles, numbness around mouth and extremities, spasms of hands or feet, abnormal heart rhythms. Osteoporosis (resorption>formation) – 25M Americans (25% women >50) 200M worldwide Risk Factors – exercise (or lack thereof), low body weight, TAH or ovarectomy, acid diet, genetics, fluoride exposure, smoking, caffeine, and tranquilizers Osteopenia (low bone mass) – 40Million Americans (30% women>50), X2 by 2020 Half of all women over 50 will suffer fracture of hip, wrist or vertebrae (50k deaths/yr) Spinal collapse – as much as 3-4 inches Calcification – Buildup of CA in soft tissue either from dietary excess or bone resorption.
Kidney and Gall Stones – made up of calcium salts (oxalates or phosphates) Symptoms of Hypercalcemia – Muscle weakness, spasms, twitching, memory loss, depression, constipation, abdom. pain, nausea, vomiting, frequent thirst and urination, brittle bones, bone pain, spinal column curvature Inorganic Calcium(carbonate) – antacid (alkalyzer) inhibits min. absorp., promotes calcif. Critical Nutrients to Combat Demineralization and Calcification Magnesium (organic forms are best- citrate, malate, aspartate) - oxide most often used in supplements and by organized medicine - synergistic relationship with calcium - enhances Ca absorption, along w/ B6 keeps calcium from precipitating into stones Calcium (citrate and hydroxyappatite) – ratio is everything (1:1 or less to Mg) Boron (amino acid chelate) – strengthens binding of minerals to bone matrix Zinc (amino acid chelate or gluconate) – synergistic mineral Silicon (from horsetail extract) – bone matrix nutrient Strontium (amino acid chelate) – bone matrix nutrient Vitamin D – helps regulate the absorption and utilization of calcium, phosphorus and Mg Vitamin K2 – acts as the glue that binds calcium into the bone matrix Betaine HCL – facilitates absorption of minerals Bromelain – reduces inflammation, enhances absorption Other Important Factors Dietary protein Exercise Avoid refined carbs, especially sodas |
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