Is red algae good for bones?

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These data suggest that trace minerals derived from marine red algae may be used to prevent progressive bone mineral loss in conjunction with calcium. Mineral supplementation could find use as part of an osteoporosis – prevention strategy.

What are the side effects of AlgaeCal?

So do side effects, which can include the fuzziness and light-headedness you describe. People have also reported daytime sleepiness, short-term feelings of depression and gastric issues.

What is red mineral algae good for?

Red algae shows antioxidant activity due to its polyphenol, vitamin and polyunsaturated fatty acid contents. The non-protein amino acids in red algae have been shown to reduce cholesterol levels. There are also benefits to the skin, thyroid function, blood sugar levels, gut health, bone health and the immune system.

Is algae good for bones?

Daily supplementation with algae-derived calcium may increase bone mineral density in healthy women with age-related bone loss, according to a long term study. The seven-year longitudinal study used the commercial AlgaeCal product that also contained magnesium, vitamins D3, K2, and C, strontium and boron.

Does AlgaeCal really increase bone density?

For example, studies prove AlgaeCal Plus alone can increase bone density by an average of 1.3% per year, compared with an average bone density increase of about 4% per year with AlgaeCal Plus and Strontium Boost together.

Does red algae have iodine?

The highest iodine content is found in brown algae, with dried kelp ranging from 1500-8000 parts per million (ppm) and dried rockweed (Fucus) from 500-1000 ppm. Red and green algae generally have much lower iodine levels.

Is red algae calcium better than calcium citrate?

Calcium citrate is 20% elemental calcium – this is lower than plant calcium from algaes at 30%, but it does have some other advantages: Citrate is highly absorbable and causes less side effects (like bloating and constipation) than typical calcium carbonate does.

Is calcium from algae better than calcium citrate?

Is AlgaeCal approved by FDA?

A prescription form of strontium ranelate to treat osteoporosis is available in Europe but it has not been approved by the FDA. Strontium supplements (not the same as ranelate) are available over the counter in the U.S., but there have been no studies that show they are safe or effective.