Evidence supporting the use of: Mineral blend
For the body system: Skeletal System (Bones)
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Mineral blends, typically composed of essential minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and sometimes trace elements like zinc and copper, are scientifically validated for their role in supporting the skeletal system. Calcium is a primary structural component of bones and is necessary for maintaining bone density and strength. Magnesium contributes to bone formation by facilitating the conversion of vitamin D to its active form, which in turn aids calcium absorption. Phosphorus is a fundamental part of bone mineral matrix. Deficiencies in any of these minerals can lead to compromised bone health, including conditions such as osteoporosis and osteomalacia.
Numerous clinical studies and reviews have confirmed that adequate dietary intake of these key minerals supports bone mineral density and reduces the risk of bone-related diseases. For example, the National Institutes of Health and the World Health Organization recognize calcium and vitamin D (often co-formulated with mineral blends) as effective interventions for maintaining bone health. Supplementation is especially important in populations at risk of deficiency, such as postmenopausal women and the elderly.
However, while the evidence base is strong for individual minerals, the effectiveness of commercial "mineral blends" can vary based on formulation and bioavailability. Overall, the scientific consensus supports the use of mineral blends, particularly those containing calcium and magnesium, for skeletal system support.
Other ingredients that support Skeletal System (Bones)
AchyranthesAlfalfa
Algae
Algas calcareas
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
animal protein
antler
arugula
baicalein
beef
bone marrow
bone protein
boneset
boron
Boswellia
Boswellic Acid
bovine
bovine cartilage / glycosaminoglycan
bovine protein
broccoli
Buckwheat
calcium
cartilage
Chinese mountain ant
Chinese pond turtle
Chinese salvia root
Chinese silkvine
chondroitin
chuchuhuasi
Cissus quadrangularis
citrate malate
cod liver oil
collagen
collard
comfrey
Corallina officinalis
cruciferous
daidzein
deer velvet
devil's claw
Dipsacus
dolomite
Drynaria
egg
elk antler
estrogen
eucommia
Eucommia ulmoides
fibroblast growth factor
fish
fish protein
Foxtail millet
fructoborate
genistein
genistin
Glycosaminoglycans
green-lipped mussel
herbal blend (proprietary)
HMB hydroxymethylbutyrate
horse gram
horsetail
hydroxyproline
icariin
Indian frankincense
ipriflavone
isoflavones
Kaempferol
Ledebouriella
Legume protein
Lithothamnion
magnesium
manganese
Microcrystalline hydroxyapatite concentrate (MCHC)
Milk
Milk Protein
Mineral blend
Molasses
Osthole
Peptides
phosphorus
Phytoestrogens
Polygonatum
protein
proteoglycans
prune
Rehmannia
rehmannia glutinosa
seaweed
sesame
Shilajit
silicon
Sinomenium acutum
solomon's seal
Soy
soy isoflavones
Soy Protein
Spatholobus
spinach
strontium
Taxillus chinensis
Taxillus sutchuenensis
trace minerals
vitamin C
vitamin D
vitamin D3
vitamin K
Other body systems supported by Mineral blend
Adrenal GlandsMuscles
Nails
Nerves
Skeletal System (Bones)
Teeth
