Strong bones are the framework for strong bodies. Unfortunately, as we age our bones actually get thinner and less dense. This process can start as early as our 20's and in some cases even as early as our teens. If we don't take the necessary precautions to preserve our bones now, we become more and more susceptible to debilitating fractures later in life due to this loss in bone density.

Fortunately, there are ways to maintain - and even build - strong bones. A healthy diet with adequate amounts of the proper nutrients; a regular program of weight-bearing exercise such as walking, jogging and weight training; limiting or even eliminating alcohol consumption; and, of course, not smoking can all protect the health of our bones.

For optimal bone health, however, I feel we need to take it a step further. Since it is so difficult to get a complete mix of the nutrients we need from diet alone, I have formulated Bone Support. Bone Support provides a broad spectrum of all the essential nutrients to guard against bone loss and enhance bone density.

Let's start with calcium. In formulating an ideal calcium supplement, I have found that it is better to pick a variety of calcium forms simply because one form is highly concentrated and another form is better absorbed. By combining the various forms, we can get the ideal utilization and uptake by the body. In fact, I recommend four different forms of calcium-citrate, carbonate, ascorbate and gluconate-at a total dosage of 1,000 milligrams daily. This will insure maximum concentration and maximum absorption.

Next, remember that vitamin D is essential for your body to properly utilize calcium. Therefore, calcium should be combined with 400 IU (International Units) of vitamin D.

In addition, I've added a full spectrum of nutrients, like magnesium, trace minerals, isoflavones and vitamin K to support the protein and connective tissue components of bone as well. Bone Support also contains a unique herbal extract called OsteoGene that inhibits the breakdown of bone.

Bone Support is simply the backbone of complete bone health! It provides all the nutrients you need to build and maintain strong bones so that you can live the active lifestyle God has intended for you.