Q1 What is MBP? A1 MBP is a natural protein substance found in whey. Trace amounts of MBP can be found in cow's milk. Whey is the watery substance that we sometimes see in yogurt containers. MBP is a natural protein found in whey, traces of which can be found in cow's milk. Each day, our bones undergo a constant, gradual process of regeneration. Bones are created from living cells, and continually regenerate themselves through a process known as "bone metabolism." Bone metabolism involves the destruction of old bones, or bone resorption, and the creation of new bones, or bone formation. The cells that handle bone resorption are known as "osteoclasts," while the cells engaged in bone formation are called "osteoblasts." MBP suppresses excessive activity by osteoclasts, while increasing the number of osteoblast cells to stimulate the production of collagen, a basic building material of bones. Tests conducted with beverages containing MBP have shown that MBP increases bone density. Bone density-increasing effects of MBP Tests were conducted on 33 women from twenties to fifties. The group that consumed 40 mg of MBP per day for six months (shown at right) showed an average 3% increase in bone density of the radius (a forearm bone near the wrist).		MBP Q&A Q1 What is MBP? Q2 How much milk should I drink to get enough MBP? Q3 I consume quite a lot of calcium, so why do I need MBP? Q4 How long should I continue to drink MBP? Q5 Will the MBP in milk break down when I use milk for cooking? Q6 I'm pregnant. Is it safe for me to drink beverages containing added MBP? Q7 Is MBP broken down in the stomach? Q8 Won't suppressing osteoclast activity stop bone regeneration? Q9 What substances other than calcium assist bone regeneration?

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