Best Supplements for Reduced Fracture Risk
Ranked by research evidence. Compare 16 supplements across 21 papers from the biomedical literature, with effect direction, evidence strength, and dose range for each.
Top picks by evidence
- Low evidence5 studies
Across 5 studies, 3 reported beneficial effects (small to moderate) on fracture risk, while 2 found neutral effects. The predominant effect size among beneficial studies was small. Evidence is strongest for menopausal and postmenopausal women, with some data supporting vitamin D-fortified foods. Studies using high-dose bolus administration showed neutral results, and the most recent large-scale trials have failed to replicate earlier benefits, suggesting effect may be limited to certain populations or formulations.
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16 supplements
- LowVitamin DAcross 5 studies, 3 reported beneficial effects (small to moderate) on fracture risk, while 2 found neutral effects. The predominant effect size among beneficial studies was small. Evidence is strongest for menopausal and postmenopausal women, with some data supporting vitamin D-fortified foods. Studies using high-dose bolus administration showed neutral results, and the most recent large-scale trials have failed to replicate earlier benefits, suggesting effect may be limited to certain populations or formulations.3 beneficial2 neutral5 studies