Mother-of-pearl in food supplements against osteoporosis.

In this article, we will provide you with as complete an overview as possible of what is called “mother-of-pearl” used in the food supplement industry to regenerate bones and cartilage.

We are well placed to tell you about it because, as you may know, it is one of our flagship supplements.

What is mother-of-pearl?

Definition:
Mother-of-pearl is the iridescent inner coating of some mollusk shells, synthesized by the mollusk and composed of aragonite crystals bound by a protein called conchiolin. It has long been sought after for decoration, marquetry, jewelry and button making, to the point that some shells such as abalone have disappeared locally. Some are farmed for mother-of-pearl and these are the ones we will talk about.

How does mother-of-pearl develop in mollusks?

Mother-of-pearl is formed by a regular juxtaposition of layers of aragonite . This thickness is welded by an organic cement.

Mother-of-pearl results from a process of bio-transformation of minerals into rigid mineral structures (bio-mineralization), from a matrix formed of specific proteins. It results from the regular superposition of layers of conchiolin, aragonite crystals and traces of water and various ions whose particular arrangement causes interference of light radiation giving it its iridescent appearance.

It is clearly visible how the layers of nacre composed of Calcium aragonite and calcite of a pearl accumulate.

Characteristics of mother-of-pearl:

• Mother-of-pearl has particular mechanical and physicochemical characteristics that are very different from other minerals, often based on calcium carbonate.
• It is a material relatively resistant to acids and heat, which we do not know how to reproduce. Bio-mineralization and all the biochemical processes that can lead to the production, maintenance and protection of a mollusc shell.
• The quality and type of nacre formation varies between species and during stages of evolution.
• An organic substance, conchiolin is present in very small quantities in mother-of-pearl (about 4 to 6%) and determines its structure by serving as "cement" for the aragonite crystals which represent 90% of it. Mother-of-pearl is made up of small aragonite crystals 500 nm thick stacked together and separated by a very thin layer (about 50 nm) of protein which ensures the tenacity of the whole.
• The proteins that contribute to the formation of nacre produce calcium carbonate in the form of aragonite; it would seem that the soluble part of these proteins is responsible for the formation of the crystal, while the insoluble part would determine its density, size and quantity.

Mother-of-pearl is more resistant to acids than shell. It reconstitutes itself after being pierced or damaged in a living shell.

What does science say about the therapeutic potential of mother-of-pearl for bone problems like osteoporosis?

Several studies have been conducted on the therapeutic potential of the molecules making up mother-of-pearl, particularly for osteoporosis problems .
Mother-of-pearl is not only a unique and special source of calcium , but also a source of bioactive compounds on natural bone assimilation and resorption, as well as bone remodeling.
It has been proven, after these studies, that taking mother-of-pearl has a real effect on reducing bone loss, that taking powdered mother-of-pearl is more effective than simple pure calcium carbonate in limiting bone loss in a model of osteoporosis induced by ovariectomy (induced menopause) in rats.
This study also shows the protective effect of mother-of-pearl on bone capital.

Why take mother-of-pearl capsules from the Pleine Forme brand?

The mother-of-pearl used in our company is extracted from the pearl of a mother-of-pearl mollusk: Hyriopsis cumingii . The properties of mother-of-pearl are linked to its structure and composition, which are very similar to those of human bone.

Hyriopsis cumingii

Mother-of-pearl contains all the substances present in our bones:

- Calcium in the form of aragonite (bone also contains calcium in the form of hydroxyapatite)

- all types of collagen (the organic framework of bone itself is made up of 90% collagen), as well as 16 amino acids and 13 minerals.

These natural substances rebalance and strengthen the organic framework (bone structure) and mineral framework of the body (the layers).
The presence of natural substances contained in mother-of-pearl allows optimal assimilation of calcium and promotes bone reconstruction.
This combination of specific substances is identical in bone and in mother-of-pearl.

The benefits of mother-of-pearl powder capsules against bone problems.

For 30 years, we have been recommending Pearl Powder, this particular calcium in capsules or mother-of-pearl, and we have seen excellent feedback from people who are satisfied with their experiences with our product, particularly on the following actions:

-fracture, osteoporosis , periodontitis (dental loosening) and osteoarthritis
-osteoarticular and muscular synthesis and regeneration through the considerable supply of assimilable calcium.
-Anti-fatigue, sports recovery and quality remineralizing thanks to its profile rich in amino acids and minerals
-Helps the growth of children and adolescents.
-Maintaining energy in elderly, tired, overworked people.

The benefits of Calcium:

-Calcium helps maintain bones in normal conditions
-Helps in the functioning of neurotransmission.
-Promotes the functioning of digestive enzymes.

How to use Nacre Pleine Forme?

Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis:

1 capsule per day during the meal. To be effective, the treatment must be done continuously

Depending on your bone density reading or your pain, the treatment can vary from 4 to 24 months. From our experience, we know that if you are in the red part, a minimum period of 12 to 24 months of treatment will be necessary to increase your bone density .
A second treatment the following year may be necessary to maintain the capital you obtained previously, you will then divide the treatment of the first year by two.
If you do 6 months the first year, then 3 months will be enough the second to maintain bone mass.
(this dosage is an average of customer feedback, the advice must be adapted to each individual)

For prevention from the age of 45:

You can also anticipate the fact of demineralizing and losing calcium by doing so-called preventive treatments, especially for women.

Mother-of-pearl to fight osteoporosis, but not only.

Anti-fatigue, sports recovery:

1 capsule per day during meals or at the end of training.
The treatment can last as needed

-Helps the growth of children and adolescents:

1 capsule per day during meals
This treatment is only to be used when the deficiency or need is proven, it can be resolved by an adapted diet, the treatment will therefore be of short duration, of the order of 3 months maximum per year.

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How are our Mother-of-pearl capsules made?

Because we want to be as precise and transparent as possible, we are going to reveal some manufacturing secrets and exclusive photos, from the cultivation to the packaging of our food supplement Mother-of-pearl capsules to fight against osteoporosis.

1-Pearl culture

Pearl culture is carried out in breeding ponds, our operator is a German company which selects the pearls most appropriate to our request. (Specifications)
We have chosen freshwater pearls in a breeding tank, in order to preserve the marine environment as much as possible and avoid allergies to products from the sea.
In addition, freshwater pond culture is done in a virtuous manner because the pond hosts, in turn, shrimp and then mother-of-pearl farms. The shrimp droppings serve as food for the growth of the mother-of-pearl mollusc. This avoids nitrogen pollution due to the addition of food by human hands or industrial inputs. The mother-of-pearl mollusc thus plays the role of filter and cleaner of the growing environment.
Our mother-of-pearl is Ecocert quality , but for reasons of final price to consumers, we have chosen not to pay for the label and therefore reduce the final purchase price.

*Hyriopsis cumingii is the name of the mollusk that produces the mother-of-pearl pearl, with its very special calcium which acts to maintain normal bones.

From pearl to mother-of-pearl in capsules.

This visual will allow you to follow the progress of the production line.

Step 1: Selecting the pearls manually

Sorting is done by hand between the different qualities of pearl.
From step 2 to step 8, it is the manufacturing secret and technical characteristics that we keep to ourselves ;)
From step 8, the mother-of-pearl powder is transported to Angers where our packaging laboratory is located.
He carries out the capsule filling (vegetable) for us and ensures the application of our specifications, namely: the total weight, the quantity of active ingredients per capsule, the labeling, the declaration to the DGCCRF and the delivery to your Pleine Forme store.
It also ensures the sanitary quality of the packaging with strict European standards such as ISO 9001 and ISO 22000.

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