Looking for best natural supplements for osteoporosis

I think it would be insightful to read several of the various bone, osteoporosis, and spine health group chats. I am a strong believer in taking care of my health naturally, but it doesn't mean I tune out sound medical advice about the benefits of prescriptive medications. I wasted years thinking a healthy lifestyle and supplements would protect me from osteoporosis, and ignoring medical advice to take a bone density test. Osteoporosis is a silent killer and I want to live as long as I can. Read what other people have said about living with regret and wasting time with supplements. Time is of utmost importance in staving off osteoporosis. I had scoliosis that at 79 yrs was affecting me in numerous negative ways and required corrective surgery. Prior to surgery, I was required to take a bone density scan and found out I had severe osteoporosis, placed on Tymlos, and the surgery was postponed for 3 months. It's now 3 months post-surgery and this week had a post-op check. I'm happy to report that I'm now a person with osteopenia. Osteopenia is not something to be happy about. Howewver, Tymlos, and other medically prescribed treatments, have reversed the severe osteoporosis. I'm thankful to the neurosurgeon who required the bone density test and prescribed Tymlos. Tymlos is a very powerful medication that cannot be taken longer than 2 years, and I'll likely be put on a different medication before I reach the 2-yr. mark. I believe that I've been given additional time to continue having a good life because of prescribed medication. I will continue to follow medical advice, continue with a healthy lifestyle, and continue with other supplements that my doctor is aware of. The point is, please don't think that supplements alone will ward off osteoporosis and be sure to get a bone density test.

@singingbones Hello, What are the trace minerals?

@here4health - I noted the minerals include in the AlgaeCal product and found a few products that included these and additional trace (small amount) of minerals that are supposed to be beneficial for bones. I did not want the product to include Calcium or Magnesium or Iron because I want to choose the type/quantity of those on my own.

From the Internet - Trace minerals that support bones (mainly by helping form mineralized tissue, collagen, and by influencing calcium/vitamin D metabolism) include:

Zinc: helps with bone formation and normal osteoblast activity.
Copper: required to form collagen cross-links (lysyl oxidase is a copper-dependent enzyme), which is important for bone strength.
Manganese: involved in cartilage/bone matrix formation and connective-tissue enzymes.
Boron: influences bone-related mineral metabolism (e.g., vitamin D/calcium handling) and may affect markers of bone turnover.
Iodine (indirectly): via thyroid function, which affects bone remodeling.
Iron (indirectly): supports oxygen delivery for active tissues; severe deficiency can impair normal bone processes.

Key Trace Minerals for Bone Health
Trace Mineral Role in Bone Health
Zinc Essential for collagen synthesis and bone mineralization. Supports osteoblast activity, which is vital for bone formation.
Copper Involved in collagen cross-linking, providing tensile strength to bones. Low levels are linked to osteoporosis.
Manganese Supports the formation of bone cartilage and is crucial for enzyme activation related to bone health.
Boron Although not classified as essential, it may help enhance the effects of vitamin D and estrogen, both important for bone density.

My product also includes Selenium and a few others. I take an additional Boron supplement because there's not enough in the Trace Mineral Complex that I'm using right now.

@singingbones which Brand do u use for those trace minerals?

@here4health - SFI Health Klaire Labs LDA Trace Mineral Complex. I found several other similar products but they didn't meet my criteria.