by Jackie Hart, MD
A: Last fall, I answered a similar, more general question about alternatives for osteoporosis. These include exercise, vitamin and mineral supplements (calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D), soy, and medications other than hormones. But to answer your question, lets consider the herbal options.
Herbal remedies have not been studied scientifically and have, therefore, not been proven to be effective for the treatment of osteoporosis. However, there are several herbs that exert estrogen-like effects and/or help strengthen bone. These include:
A: Last fall, I answered a similar, more general question about alternatives for osteoporosis. These include exercise, vitamin and mineral supplements (calcium, magnesium, and vitamin D), soy, and medications other than hormones. But to answer your question, lets consider the herbal options.
Herbal remedies have not been studied scientifically and have, therefore, not been proven to be effective for the treatment of osteoporosis. However, there are several herbs that exert estrogen-like effects and/or help strengthen bone. These include:
- Black cohosh(Cimicifuga racemosa)