Evidence supporting the use of: Kaempferol
For the health condition: Osteoporosis
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2
Kaempferol is a natural flavonoid found in many fruits, vegetables, and medicinal plants. Its use for osteoporosis is supported by preclinical scientific studies, but not yet by robust clinical trials in humans. Laboratory and animal studies have shown that kaempferol can promote osteoblast (bone-forming cell) activity and inhibit osteoclast (bone-resorbing cell) differentiation. For example, research published in journals such as “Phytomedicine” and “Bone” indicates that kaempferol may enhance bone mineral density and reduce bone loss in animal models of osteoporosis, possibly through its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as modulation of signaling pathways like Wnt/β-catenin and RANKL/OPG. However, there are currently no large, high-quality randomized clinical trials demonstrating kaempferol’s efficacy or safety for osteoporosis treatment or prevention in humans. As such, while the preclinical data are promising and suggest kaempferol could be beneficial in supporting bone health, the evidence is considered preliminary. The scientific community regards kaempferol as a potential supportive agent for osteoporosis, but further human studies are needed to validate its therapeutic use and determine effective dosages. At present, its use is not established by medical guidelines, and it should not replace conventional osteoporosis treatments.
Other ingredients used for Osteoporosis
7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)alfalfa
algal oil
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
anthocyanins
ashwagandha
astragalus
beta caryophyllene
sesame
blueberry
boron
bovine
broccoli
calcium
catechins
caterpillar mushroom
cissus quadrangularis
collagen
collard
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
curcumin
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
DPA (docosapentaenoic acid)
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
fish protein
genistein
genistin
glycitin
gooseberry
hesperetin
hesperidin
horsetail
ipriflavone
knotweed
kale
lentinula edodes mycelia
lignans
maca
magnesium
manganese
microcrystalline hydroxyapatite concentrate (MCHC)
olive
omega-3 fatty acids
phosphorus
pomegranate
prune
quercetin
rehmannia glutinosa
resveratrol
rutin
sardines
silicon
soybean
specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs)
strontium
tocotrienols
tomato
vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin K
seaweed
whey protein
zinc
red clover
haliotis
cistanche
dioscorea
fern
royal jelly
Equol (proprietary)
barrenwort
goji berry
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
soy isoflavones
8-Prenylnaringenin
Animal Tissue
Antler
Apigenin
Algas calcareas
Acacetin
Astragaloside
Ampelopsin
Algal protein
Algalin
Abalone
Arctiin
Astragalin
Animal protein
Bok Choy
Bovine Protein
biochanin
Bone Protein
Calycosin
Cod Liver Oil
Cyanidin
Chinese Ligustrum berry
DHEA
Daidzein
Diosgenin
Drynaria
Diosmetin
epicatechin
Ecdysteroids
Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Eucommia ulmoides
Estrogen
Isoflavones
Milk Protein
Soy Protein
Other health conditions supported by Kaempferol
Alzheimer's DiseaseArthritis
Asthma
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Cardiovascular Disease
Cholesterol (high)
Diabetes
Diabetic Retinopathy
Free Radical Damage
Gastritis
Hypertension
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Memory and Brain Function
Osteoporosis
Parkinson's Disease
Psoriasis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Triglycerides (high)
Ulcers
Wounds and Sores