Bone Health Supplement Study
Author Information
Author(s): Michalek Joel E, Preuss Harry G, Croft Harry A, Keith Patti L, Keith Samuel C, Dapilmoto Monika, Perricone Nicholas V, Leckie Robert B, Kaats Gilbert R
Primary Institution: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Hypothesis
Does a common bone health plan with two different supplements improve bone mineral density?
Conclusion
Both versions of the bone health supplement led to significant increases in bone mineral density, with the second version showing greater improvement.
Supporting Evidence
- Both groups experienced a significant positive mean annualized percent change in bone mineral density compared to expectation.
- AlgaeCal 2 showed a significantly greater increase in bone mineral density than AlgaeCal 1.
- Increased compliance was associated with greater increases in bone mineral density in both groups.
- No adverse effects were reported in either group.
Takeaway
This study looked at how two different supplements help bones get stronger. Both worked, but one worked better than the other.
Methodology
158 adults followed an open-label bone-health plan for six months, with two groups using different supplements.
Potential Biases
Potential volunteer bias due to the nature of recruitment.
Limitations
The study lacked a placebo-controlled arm and had unequal subject groups.
Participant Demographics
Adults aged 18-85, with a majority being female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p = 0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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