Osteoporosis and osteopenia involve more than just thin
bones. The fact is that while mineral crystals give density to bones,
the living protein matrix into which these mineral crystals are
embedded give bone strength and resilience. This dynamic protein
matrix of collagen and connective tissue requires many nutrients
for its maintenance and repair.
Interestingly enough, many of those with low bone density (thin
bones) never experience a fracture due to osteoporosis or osteopenia.
Conversely, half of those to fracture a hip have medium or even
high bone density. In addition to bone being dense, bone must be
resilient and able to heal and repair itself on a continual basis.
Next: Osteoporosis is Not Normal
As We Age
Extracted from our book, Better
Bones Better Body (Keats 2000) by our Director, Susan E. Brown,
Ph.D., CCN
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