The Structural System: Strong Framework or “Weak Construction”

By Steve Marmor

The structural (or musculoskeletal ) system is the body’s supportive framework. It consists of bones and marrow, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilage and muscles. Bones serve many functions: they give structural support to the body, protect vital organs, provide an environment for marrow ( where blood cells are produced ) and store minerals.

Healthy Lifestyle Choices and Natural Support for the Structural System:

Take vitamin D supplements, eat a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, exercise 30 minutes a day at least three times weekly, take high quality nutritional supplements, eat fewer meat proteins and more vegetable proteins, drink plenty of alkaline-ionized water, detoxify your body (do some cleansing periodically).

One of the great natural supplements available from Herbs & More in Encinitas, Ca. 760 753-7272 is Everflex with Hyaluronic Acid. This formula combines glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, hyaluronic acid and devil’s claw herb to support joint health and lubrication, to increase shock absorption and flexibility in the joints, and to support healthy cartilage.

Another excellent supplement available at the Natural Health Center Herbs & More is called Skeletal Strength. This formula provides materials the body needs to manufacture bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and skin. A balanced calcium-magnesium supplement, it contains vitamins, minerals, herbs and more for superior absorption and assimilation.

For more information, feel free to contact us at:  760 753-7272 or steve@herbsandmore.org