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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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Monday, March 16, 2026

Slowing Biological Aging

Several studies have shown that it is possible to slow biological aging by taking certain supplements. Strength-training exercises may also help. 

One study gave participants 2000 IU/day of vitamin D and 1 g per day of omega-3s (330 mg EPA plus 660 mg DHA from marine algae) and asked them to follow an at-home, strength-training exercise program for 30 minutes 3X/week. To calculate biological ages, the team analysed five epigenetic ‘clocks’ in the blood samples. These clocks are biomarkers that measure DNA methylation — patterns of molecular tags on DNA — at specific sites in the genome. Methylation levels increase or decrease at particular sites in a relatively predictable manner with age. 

Omega-3 alone slowed the DNAm clocks, PhenoAge, GrimAge2 and DunedinPACE, and all three treatments had additive benefits on PhenoAge. 

https://www.nature.com/articles/s43587-024-00793-y

Another study showed that taking a daily multivitamin can slow signs of biological aging. Centrum Silver was used in the study. The supplement's anti-aging effect was greater in people who were already biologically older than their years.

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41591-026-04239-3 (original article)

https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-00741-3 (summary article about the study)


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Wandering Skeleton

Wandering Skeleton
Artist: Joel Hoekstra

Osteoporotic Bone

Osteoporotic Bone
Source: www.mayoclinic.com

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.