 Body
Frame Support
The musculoskeletal system
The skeleton, made up of all the body’s bones, provides strength,
stability, and a frame for muscles to work against in producing
movement. Bones are both strong enough to support our weight and light
enough to allow us to move. They protect delicate internal organs and
store important minerals. Bones come together to form joints, most of
which are in constant motion. Muscles make up almost half the weight of
the human body. Skeletal muscles work together with bones to provide the
power that enables us to move. Tendons attach muscles to bones, and
ligaments surround joints and connect one bone to another. The ends of
bones are covered with cartilage, a smooth, tough, protective tissue
that acts as a shock absorber and reduces friction. We also include the
skin here - the largest organ of the body - which acts as a protective
barrier to the outside world. Skin also helps to regulate body
temperature, senses painful and pleasant stimuli, and shields us from
the sun’s harmful effects.
When things go wrong
The most well-known musculoskeletal problems are osteoarthritis,
rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoporosis - problems which affect thousands
around the world. Skin disorders include the minor problems of dry or
thin skin, boils, and blisters, as well as more troubling conditions
such as psoriasis and eczema.
Why things go wrong
Although bones and diet may not seem connected, they are. Our
standard diet may be a major risk factor for arthritis and osteoporosis.
It also can result in unhealthy looking skin. Excess weight on joints,
lack of essential fats (skin disorders), and under and over exercise
also contribute to musculoskeletal problems.
To maintain musculoskeletal health
The Healthy Cell Concept™, especially cell exercise, can help keep
bones, muscles, and joints strong and flexible. The minerals calcium,
potassium, magnesium, and zinc are important, as are the supplements
aloe vera, green tea, and fish oil.
AIM products
Primary Products
AIM Frame Essentials®, which combines a glucosamine complex with boswellin
extract and MSM, helps maintain healthy joints.
Complementary Products
AIM Barleylife®,
a green barley grass juice, helps maintain all cells, including joints,
skin, bones, and muscle.
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