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People with osteoporosis have brittle bones, which increases the risk of bone fracture, particularly in the hip, spine, and wrist. Osteoporosis is most common in postmenopausal Asian and white women. Premenopausal women are partially protected against bone loss by the hormone estrogen.
Calcium may increase levels of 'good' cholesterol Calcium supplements can boost levels of HDL, or "good," cholesterol in postmenopausal women, according to a report from researchers in New Zealand. So the next time you take that calcium supplement to keep your bones young and healthy, make sure it is calcium citrate malate and remember the calcium cholesterol connection.
Cholesterol levels are not the best indicators of cardiovascular health; the ratio of HDL (good) versus LDL (bad) is far superior. A ratio of 4 or less is good with 3 being optimal. The following nutrients are recommended to promote healthy cholesterol levels and ratios: Fish Oil (200 - 800 mg per day of EPA & DHA) Garlic (900 mg per day - odorless aged extract) Fiber (20 - 30 grams per day from food and supplements)
Fish Oil May Reduce Risk of Irregular Heartbeat NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Previous studies have suggested that fish oil supplements may reduce the risk of an additional heart attack or stroke in patients who have recently experienced a heart attack. Now new study findings reveal that the supplement may also reduce the risk of sudden death. Daily supplements of an omega-3 fatty acid--found in fish and fish oil--may help alleviate the symptoms of depression in patients who do not respond to standard antidepressant medications, new research findings suggest.