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Joint, Bone & Mobility

Bone Health

BMD and mineral balance.

25 profiles, most-studied first
Mg

Magnesium

Essential cofactor in 300+ enzymatic reactions, from ATP production to muscle relaxation.

Mineral12 studies
C27H44O

Vitamin D3

Steroid hormone precursor regulating ~5% of the human genome — bone, immune, and hormonal health.

Vitamin12 studies
C46H64O2

Vitamin K2 (MK-7)

Activates the proteins that direct calcium into bone — not arteries.

Vitamin10 studies
B

Boron

Trace mineral implicated in steroid hormone metabolism and bone integrity.

Mineral9 studies
C10H16N2O4

Collagen Peptides

Hydrolyzed protein supplying glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline for connective tissue.

Compound9 studies
C15H10O5

Soy Isoflavones

Phytoestrogens with mild SERM effects on bone, hot flashes, and lipids.

Compound9 studies

Bamboo Silica

Plant-based silicon for skin and bones.

Mineral8 studies
C6H5BO7

Boron Citrate

Boron for hormone modulation.

Mineral8 studies
Ca

Calcium

Major bone mineral; also critical for muscle contraction and nerve signaling.

Mineral8 studies

Calcium AEP (Membrane Calcium)

Cell-membrane-targeted form of calcium claimed for autoimmune support.

Mineral8 studies
C12H10Ca3O14

Calcium Citrate

Best-absorbed calcium salt — does not require stomach acid.

Mineral8 studies
H4O4Si

Choline-Stabilized OSA

Bioavailable silicon form.

Mineral8 studies
C22H32O2

Cod Liver Oil

Traditional A, D, omega-3 source.

Fatty Acid8 studies
C15H10O5

Genistein

Soy isoflavone with bone benefits.

Compound8 studies
C33H40O15

Horny Goat Weed

PDE5-inhibiting flavonoid (icariin) used for libido and erectile support.

Herb8 studies
H4O4Si

Horsetail Extract

Silica-rich herb traditionally used for hair, nail, and connective tissue support.

Herb8 studies
C33H40O15

Icariin (Horny Goat Weed)

Active flavonoid from Epimedium acting as PDE5 inhibitor.

Compound8 studies
Mn

Manganese

Trace mineral cofactor for SOD, gluconeogenesis, and bone formation.

Mineral8 studies
C6H7K3O8

Potassium Citrate

Alkalinizing K salt used for kidney stone prevention and bone health.

Mineral8 studies
O2Si

Silica (Silicon)

Trace element involved in collagen and connective tissue crosslinking.

Mineral8 studies
Sr

Strontium

Trace element that displaces Ca in bone and was approved (ranelate) for osteoporosis.

Mineral8 studies
C6H5O7Sr-

Strontium Citrate

Mineral that substitutes for calcium in bone — controversial but increases BMD measurements.

Mineral8 studies
C27H44O

Vitamin D3 + K2

Synergistic combo for calcium routing.

Compound8 studies
C27H44O

Vitamin D3 + K2 Synergy Note

Combined fat-soluble vitamins addressing calcium destination (bone vs artery).

Vitamin8 studies
C31H46O2

Vitamin K1 (Phylloquinone)

Leafy-green K1 essential for hepatic coagulation factors.

Vitamin8 studies