Myth:
Taking calcium supplements can prevent osteoporosis
In the past, I used to also think that if we want to boost our bone health, calcium pills are one of the convenient way.
However, understanding Nutritional Immunology helped me debunk my health myth about it.
The fact is that:
CALCIUM PILLS/ SUPPLEMENTS is NOT EQUAL to CALCIUM in wholesome plant foods.
Why?
Calcium is necessary for bone health, but supplements don’t significantly increase bone strength.
An analysis of 59 randomized controlled clinical trials showed calcium supplements increased bone mineral density by only about 0.6% to 1.8%. This is not enough to significantly reduce the risk of bone fractures. Research shows calcium supplements have minimal impact on fracture prevention or bone health.
The calcium does not magically go into our bones; it enters our bloodstream first. This can raise the risk of heart problems, kidney stones, and colon polyps!!!
The HEALTHY APPROACH to get Calcium to boost your bone health is :
1) Focus on calcium-rich foods
for example: Taking Wholesome Soy, which is rich in calcium (contrary to people's beliefs that soy milk has less calcium)
***Animal milk is not encouraged as high milk intake was associated with higher mortality in one cohort of women and in another cohort of men, and with higher fracture incidence in women.
Milk intake and risk of mortality and fractures in women and men: cohort studies - PMC
2) For an extra boost, include anthocyanin-rich fruits like blueberries, black goji berries, and cherries—these powerful compounds can help improve bone density and reduce osteoporosis risk.
3) Do weight-bearing exercises
Weight-bearing exercises simply mean activities where your body works against gravity while standing. These exercises gently stress your bones, signaling them to grow stronger and denser.
As a Quality Convenience,
SOYPRO from elead will be a very good solution to help boost your bone health and muscles at the same time.
Ingredients: Wholesome SOY + JiLin Ginseng
More info about Soypro:
Joselyne Wholesome Food (est since 2013): eLEAD Global SOYPRO - Rich in WHOLESOME PLANT PROTEIN
For me, Soypro is a must every single day.
It has become my Excellence Breakfast.
After 40, we cannot ignore the reality —
bone loss and muscle loss happen gradually and silently.
As a woman who has gone through four pregnancies and now in my 40s, I understand even more clearly how important bone and muscle health are. Our bodies have given so much, we must now give back intentionally.
Instead of relying on cow’s milk or calcium pills, I choose Soypro daily as my nutritional foundation.
Why?
Because I want:
✔️ Quality protein to support muscle
✔️ Plant-based calcium for bone health
✔️ A convenient, consistent daily routine
✔️ Food safety and quality assurance
For me, this is not just breakfast.
It is a long-term investment in strength, mobility, and independence.
Healthy, strong, and empowered — that’s the goal. 🌿
To find out more about Soypro or bone health, feel free to contact me at my whatsapp +65 - 9090 9942.
Warm regards,
Joselyne
Excellence Lifestyle Coach
+65 - 9090 9942
IG: @JoselyneMeiHwa
