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The Strontium Debate: Is it good for bone health?

Posted by meomurian @meomurian, Feb 20, 2023

Is anyone taking strontium for bone health? My husband is reading studies on its benefits. I am currently getting Prolia injections 2x/year.

***Director's Note:***
There’s not enough clinical research to know if strontium citrate effectively prevents or treats osteoporosis. Mayo Clinic does not recomend its use. Clinically researched osteoporosis medications have demonstrated fracture prevention benefit with less risk.  

The FDA doesn’t regulate supplements in the same way as prescription drugs, so it's not possible to know if if they are safe or work well or even how much of the main ingredient they contain.

If you wish to take a strontium supplement, it is advised to discuss with your doctor. 

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kfhoz | @kfhoz | Jul 1 11:37am
In reply to @oknowwhatpixie "Many point out the that the DEXA scans are skewed due to the Strontium Citrate. But..." + (show)
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Many point out the that the DEXA scans are skewed due to the Strontium Citrate.
But the question that might be better to ask, has the person who uses Strontium Citrate have they fractured while using?
So while the DEXA scan is misleading, I think knowing if it actually protects from fractures is more important in weighing the pros and cons of using.

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@oknowwhatpixie There are some informed discussions on this that you may want to see that include research/article links.

Here is a great post by @kathleen1314 who has been researching and taking strontium for a long time.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/bhrt-vs-phrt/
I have read over 20 articles/videos/research papers & abstracts and IMHO strontium is complicated. I have also commented in the discussion with the referenced post above.

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Justin McClanahan, Moderator | @JustinMcClanahan | 1 day ago
In reply to @rn40 "Does anyone have any information regarding strontium, found in some supplements which claim to be effective..." + (show)
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Does anyone have any information regarding strontium, found in some
supplements which claim to be effective for osteoporosis. I am only
familiar with strontium in terms of radioactivity (strontium 90). I have no idea if it is helpful in terms of building or maintaining bones
Thanks for any information

Editor's Note:
There’s not enough clinical research to know if strontium citrate effectively prevents or treats osteoporosis. Mayo Clinic does not recomend its use. Clinically researched osteoporosis medications have demonstrated fracture prevention benefit with less risk.

The FDA doesn’t regulate supplements in the same way as prescription drugs, so it's not possible to know if if they are safe or work well or even how much of the main ingredient they contain.

If you wish to take a strontium supplement, it is advised to discuss with your doctor.

All information shared by members on the Mayo Clinic Connect is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on the community.

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Hello @rn40,

There’s not enough clinical research to know if strontium citrate effectively prevents or treats osteoporosis. Mayo Clinic does not recomend its use. Clinically researched osteoporosis medications have demonstrated fracture prevention benefit with less risk.

The FDA doesn’t regulate supplements in the same way as prescription drugs, so it's not possible to know if they are safe or work well or even how much of the main ingredient they contain. Some research has been done but results were not conclusive enough to show that strontium citrate is effective in treating osteoporosis.

If you wish to take a strontium supplement, it is advised to discuss with your doctor.

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cookiebrown | @cookiebrown | 8 hours ago
In reply to @kfhoz "@oknowwhatpixie There are some informed discussions on this that you may want to see that include..." + (show)
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@oknowwhatpixie There are some informed discussions on this that you may want to see that include research/article links.

Here is a great post by @kathleen1314 who has been researching and taking strontium for a long time.
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/bhrt-vs-phrt/
I have read over 20 articles/videos/research papers & abstracts and IMHO strontium is complicated. I have also commented in the discussion with the referenced post above.

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@kfhoz
I'm a retired R.N. and worked my last 10 years in the alternative/ complimentary field. Meaning we used natural vitamins and supplements to treat conditions.

I developed osteopenia around age 70 and started on the regimen that we gave our patients.
It was a package that Xymogen, one of our suppliers had put together with good results. In 2001 I tried the oral pill and it made me like a zombe. I couldn't think and had no energy to do anything. I only took it for 10 days and gave up on that. I continued tinkering around with my suppliments. The Dr strongly suggested I take the infusion. Which I did. That did the same thing. Wacked me out for 6-8 weeks. So That was the last of that.
. Last April I had a Dexa scan and it indicated I hac very severe ostioporsis.
I didn't stick with that program and now have severe osteoporosis. I was advised to take
and IV medication. I was not going to give another try for another drug. I found a company that has done research with their program and it includes Strontium. It's simple and only 3 products. AlgaeCal is the name of the company and they back their products up by saying they will give your money back if you don't increase your bone density. Their products are 3rd party tested also. So I started that in December 2025. I had another Dexa this April only 4 1/2 months after starting their program. I had a 27% increase in the lumbar spine. If it can do that in 4 months I can't wait to see what it will do by next April.
I suggest you go to their website and read all their info and even call and talk to them. They are very helpful.

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cookiebrown | @cookiebrown | 8 hours ago
In reply to @cookiebrown "@kfhoz I'm a retired R.N. and worked my last 10 years in the alternative/ complimentary field...." + (show)
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@kfhoz
I'm a retired R.N. and worked my last 10 years in the alternative/ complimentary field. Meaning we used natural vitamins and supplements to treat conditions.

I developed osteopenia around age 70 and started on the regimen that we gave our patients.
It was a package that Xymogen, one of our suppliers had put together with good results. In 2001 I tried the oral pill and it made me like a zombe. I couldn't think and had no energy to do anything. I only took it for 10 days and gave up on that. I continued tinkering around with my suppliments. The Dr strongly suggested I take the infusion. Which I did. That did the same thing. Wacked me out for 6-8 weeks. So That was the last of that.
. Last April I had a Dexa scan and it indicated I hac very severe ostioporsis.
I didn't stick with that program and now have severe osteoporosis. I was advised to take
and IV medication. I was not going to give another try for another drug. I found a company that has done research with their program and it includes Strontium. It's simple and only 3 products. AlgaeCal is the name of the company and they back their products up by saying they will give your money back if you don't increase your bone density. Their products are 3rd party tested also. So I started that in December 2025. I had another Dexa this April only 4 1/2 months after starting their program. I had a 27% increase in the lumbar spine. If it can do that in 4 months I can't wait to see what it will do by next April.
I suggest you go to their website and read all their info and even call and talk to them. They are very helpful.

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@cookiebrown
I misspoke. the program is 3 supplements in capsule form and their collagen.
Oh and I'm 85years old.

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | 7 hours ago
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@kfhoz
I'm a retired R.N. and worked my last 10 years in the alternative/ complimentary field. Meaning we used natural vitamins and supplements to treat conditions.

I developed osteopenia around age 70 and started on the regimen that we gave our patients.
It was a package that Xymogen, one of our suppliers had put together with good results. In 2001 I tried the oral pill and it made me like a zombe. I couldn't think and had no energy to do anything. I only took it for 10 days and gave up on that. I continued tinkering around with my suppliments. The Dr strongly suggested I take the infusion. Which I did. That did the same thing. Wacked me out for 6-8 weeks. So That was the last of that.
. Last April I had a Dexa scan and it indicated I hac very severe ostioporsis.
I didn't stick with that program and now have severe osteoporosis. I was advised to take
and IV medication. I was not going to give another try for another drug. I found a company that has done research with their program and it includes Strontium. It's simple and only 3 products. AlgaeCal is the name of the company and they back their products up by saying they will give your money back if you don't increase your bone density. Their products are 3rd party tested also. So I started that in December 2025. I had another Dexa this April only 4 1/2 months after starting their program. I had a 27% increase in the lumbar spine. If it can do that in 4 months I can't wait to see what it will do by next April.
I suggest you go to their website and read all their info and even call and talk to them. They are very helpful.

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@cookiebrown

I don't understand what the drugs or supplements you took prior to strontium were. It would be helpful to know so that we can understand the path you are on. Also what was the medication infusion that was recommended?
If you go up to the search function at the top of this page and type in strontium you will see that there already discussions that are ongoing. You may find the information useful.

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