Many people prefer herbal treatment over others and osteoporosis is one of the conditions for which herbal remedies have been found to be effective. 

Osteoporosis is an orthopedic condition that makes bones brittle and porous. The worst part of the condition is that it shows no symptoms in the early stages. In most cases, the first symptom experienced is a fracture which occurs without any significant cause. In this post, we will see some herbs that help manage osteoporosis and improve bone health. 

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Best Herbs for Osteoporosis Treatment

Red Sage

Red Sage is an herbal plant that is commonly used in herbal Chinese medicine. Some of the compounds found in this herb are salvianolic acid, tanshinones, and magnesium lithospermate B. If we talk about salvianolic acids, then they possess good antioxidant properties and prevent inflammation. Besides this, the compound also hinders the production of free radicals that cause a bone breakdown. Above all, this herb is also a good source of vitamin K, which is needed for the production of healthy bones. It can be taken as tea, tincture, or capsules. 

Lemongrass

Being rich in flavonoids, lemongrass is known to be an excellent herb for osteoporosis treatment support. Flavonoids help improve bone formation in our bodies and prevent bone loss. Besides this, studies have also found high levels of calcium in lemongrass, and it gives an added advantage to the herb for use in the management and treatment of osteoporosis. One can easily have lemongrass tea as it is commonly available around the globe. 

Horsetail

Horsetail is one of the best herbs when it comes to bone healing and support. This herb is rich in silicon, and it provides Horsetail the ability to strengthen bones. Silicon supports the formation of bones and along with this, it is also helpful in maintaining the shape & strength of connective tissues like ligaments. Horsetail can be consumed as tea or decoction. 

Chamomile

Chamomile prevents gradual bone loss as it is a common cause of bone weakness and osteoporosis. This herb works by maintaining estrogen levels in the body as low levels of the hormone can cause gradual bone loss, especially during menopause. Besides this, chamomile also contains flavonoids that help improve bone health. It can also be consumed as a tea or taken as a tincture or capsule. 

Dandelion

Dandelion is a common herb that is used for the natural treatment of osteoporosis and bone health. It is rich in calcium and silicon. This means silicon can support the body in healthy bone growth whereas calcium can assist in strengthening the bones and repair work. Dandelion can be consumed as tea or tincture. The herb is scientifically known as Taraxacum Officinal. 

All these herbs should be consumed under the guidance of a specialist as their misuse could be harmful. 

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