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Have you experienced negative, and even dangerous, side effects from Fosamax (alendronate), Boniva (ibandronate), Actonel (risedronate), Reclast (zoledronic acid), Prolia (denosumab), Forteo (teriparatide), Tymlos (abaloparatide), or other drugs prescribed for osteoporosis? If you have, then rest assured there is a safe, effective treatment for this condition. Strontium, primarily in the form of strontium citrate, is taken orally once a day.

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Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Vegetable Magnesium Stearate in Strontium Citrate Products

Magnesium stearate, also known as vegetable stearate, is used as a "flow agent" in supplement tablets and capsules to prevent different supplement ingredients from sticking to each other and to the blending and punching equipment. The flow agent ensures a homogenous blend of ingredients and a consistent dosage in each and every capsule or tablet. It is a common ingredient in many supplements, including strontium citrate products. I have never had a problem with it, but some people might have. 

"Magnesium stearate is generally safe to consume, but too much of it can have a laxative effect. In large amounts, it can irritate the mucus lining of the bowels. This may trigger a bowel movement or diarrhea."

"Allergic reactions to magnesium stearate are rare, but you should avoid it and talk to your doctor if it affects you."

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/what-is-magnesium-stearate

Below is a list of strontium citrate products with and without magnesium stearate. It is not an exhaustive list. If your product is not listed here, check the label. 

Strontium Citrate Products with Magnesium Stearate

Life Extension Strontium has microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable cellulose (capsule), vegetable stearate, and silica, in addition to strontium citrate. 

Nova Nutritions Strontium Citrate has a gelatin capsule, rice powder, and vegetable magnesium stearate.

Vitacost Strontium has hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, vegetable stearic acid and vegetable magnesium stearate in addition to strontium citrate. 

Strontium Citrate Products without Magnesium Stearate but with Other Additives

Swanson Strontium Citrate has gelatin, rice flower, calcium laurate, and silica.

Pure Encapsulations Strontium (Citrate) has a vegetarian capsule (cellulose, water) and contains hypoallergenic plant fiber (cellulose) and ascorbyl palmitate. 

Strontium Citrate Products with No Additives

AOR Strontium Support II, which I take, is in a capsule composed of hypromellose and purified water and contains no additives.

AlgaeCal Strontium Boost is in a vegetable cellulose (vegetarian capsule) and contains no additives.


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How Strontium Builds Bones

Strontium is a mineral that tends to accumulate in bone. Studies have shown that oral doses of strontium are a safe and effective way to prevent and reverse osteoporosis. Doses of 680 mg per day appear to be optimal. See my "For More Information About Strontium" links section.

Osteoporosis is caused by changes in bone production. In healthy young bones there is a constant cycle of new bone growth and bone removal. With age, more bone is removed and less new bone is produced. The bones become less dense and thus more fragile.

Scientists believe that strontium works in two ways. It may stimulate the replication of pre-osteoblasts, leading to an increase in osteoblasts (cells that build bone). Strontium also directly inhibits the activity of osteoclasts (cells that break down bone). The result is stronger bones.

When taking strontium, be sure to take 1200 mg calcium, 1000 IU vitamin D3, and 500 mg magnesium daily. It is best to take strontium late at night on an empty stomach. Calcium and strontium may compete with each other for absorption if taken together.