Osteo 8

• Osteoporosis with decreased bone strength, mass, and density
• Individuals with risk factors of osteoporosis, such as menopause, old age, and use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs
• Maintenance for healthy and strong bones
• Soreness, weakness and pain in the bones, lower back and knees
• Inability to stand for a prolonged period of time
• Pain or soreness that is aggravated by weight-bearing activities
• Recovery from bone fracture and broken bones
  

• Osteogenic effect to stimulate osteoblast proliferation and differentiation
• Osteoprotective effect to prevent and treat osteoporosis
• Increases absorption and utilization of calcium
• Increases bone mass and density
• Angiogenic effect to stimulate blood vessel formation, invigorate blood circulation, facilitate wound healing, enhance tissue regeneration, and facilitate healing of bone
  fractures
  

• This formula should be used with caution in patients with an excess condition or heat accumulation.
• This formula should be used with caution in patients with damp-heat in the lower jiao.
• This herbal formula contains herbs that invigorate blood circulation, such as Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis). Therefore, patients who are on anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapies, such as Coumadin (warfarin), should use this formula with caution, or not at all, as there may be a higher risk of bleeding and bruising.
• The safety status of using Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis) in individuals with hormone-dependent cancer is unclear. According to one reference, use of Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis) is not associated with thickening of the endometrium or vaginal cell maturation, both of which would indicate an estrogenic effect.
  Furthermore, there is no confirmation of the presence of a phytoestrogen component or affect on hormone-dependent cancer, when ferulic acid is evaluated as the main component of Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis). According to another reference, the water extract of Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis) has a weak estrogen- agonistic activity to stimulate the growth of breast cancer cells (MCF-7). In summary, due to conflicting and insufficient data, use of Dang Gui (Radix Angelicae Sinensis) in patients with hormone-dependent cancer warrants caution pending further study.
  

• Consume a sufficient amount of calcium, either from diet or supplements. Make sure the supplement is of good quality so it breaks down and absorbs in the body. Calcium supplementation is most effective if it is combined with vitamin D and other minerals.
• Consumption of foods rich in plant estrogen is also beneficial, such as soybeans and yam.
• Consumption of oxtail, ox neck or bone-based soup with tomato and ginger is highly recommended.
• Patients are advised stop drinking alcohol, smoking tobacco, and limit sexual activities to prevent loss of jing (essence).
• Patients with osteoporosis have higher risk of bone fractures. They should refrain from activities with high risk of injury, such as lifting heavy objects or overexertion from strenuous exercises.
• Walking, tai chi chuan [tai ji chuan], qi gong, and other mild exercises are recommended in order to strengthen the bones and joints without increased risk of injury. Weight-bearing exercise is especially effective to improve bone strength.

Take 3 to 4 capsules three times daily on an empty stomach with warm water. For prevention in patients with higher risk of osteoporosis, take 2 capsules daily.

• Radix Angelicae Sinensis
• Colla Corii Asini
• Fructus Lycii
• Rhizoma Drynariae
• Plastrum Testudinis
• Cornu Cervi
• Radix et Rhizoma Ginseng
• Radix Dipsaci)