| Provides the building blocks for bones |
| Calcium and Phosphorus are components of the hydroxyapatite of the bone and therefore significantly involved in the structure of the supporting skeletal system. High levels of silicon can be found in connective tissue, where it is responsible for cross-linking as a component of mucopolysaccharides in epithelia and connective tissue and also plays a role in maintaining bone density. |
| Supports bone metabolism |
| Vitamin D promotes the absorption of calcium from the intestine and increases its storage in the bones. Vitamin K activates various proteins of bone metabolism such as osteocalcin and matrix-GLA protein via carboxylation. The trace element boron is also involved in the regulation of hormone, bone and mineral metabolism. The minerals zinc, copper and manganese are essential cofactors of enzyme systems for the synthesis of different bone matrix proteins. It is known that magnesium deficiency increases the activity of bone-degrading cells. In addition, magnesium is involved in the conversion of vitamin D to its active form calcitrol. |
| Regulates the acid-base balance |
| A strong acid load can have a negative effect on the bone structure, as calcium is released directly from the bone matrix and additionaly the osteoclasts are stimulated. Calcium and Magnesium have a alkaline effect and therefore have a stabilizing effect on the acid-base balance. |
| Avoidance of hormonal bone loss |
| If the body's estrogen levels decrease significantly during menopause, isoflavonoids from soy or red clover can counteract the increased risk of osteoporosis by acting a weak estrogen replacements (phytoestrogens). |
