That sounds like it has exciting potential. But as this develops, let's see if what happens in mice also occurs in humans.

For now, there are supplements and certain protein powders—right here and now—that contribute to increasing bone density. Vitamin D is part of it, but can't do the job alone. Vitamin K-2 is critical, because it ensures that calcium (from supplements and food) doesn't go to arteries but travels exclusively to the bone metabolism pathway. And here, it activates an enzyme that is critical to using this calcium in the creation of new bone. When I first discovered K-2 a bunch of years ago, and saw the strongly supportive research, I added it to my supplements and hoped it would reduce my minimal osteoporosis and osteopenia. I had a bone scan 10 months later, and when my doctor called me with results showing clear improvement, she told me not to get excited because arthritic changes are read as increased density. I told her that I wasn't having any arthritic issues, but had begun taking vitamin K-2. She asked me to send her the research, and became a staunch advocate. I've also begun using NativePath's Bone Health Collagen Peptides, at the recommendation of my gyn. Looking forward to my next DEXA scan.

sheila