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Natural Osteoporosis Treatment
Natural Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is basically thinning of the bones. It happens as we age, but it is also a problem for younger women because yo-yo dieting, malnutrition, lack of sun, and certain medications can cause osteoporosis in younger men and women. Yes, men can have osteoporosis also. Natural Osteoporosis Treatment Am I at risk for osteoporosis? If you are a post menopausal female, your body loses bone faster that it can build it up. However, being post menopausal is not the only risk factor. Risk Factors for OsteoporosisWeighing too little (low body mass index)
Natural Osteoporosis Can Men Get Osteoporosis? Men have more bone mass than women. In fact, they have about 20% more. Even so, they can certainly develop osteoporosis and men over the age of 60 have a 25% chance of suffering a bone fracture. Bone Fractures are Bad, but They DO Heal, right? Thin bones fracture easily and badly. Healing is naturally slow, and when a person isn't able to move well, they develop a higher risk of more falls and serious health problems like blood clot and a decline in their mental status. The bones may not heal properly, and a person may not regain their pre-fall state. None of this is good. The best treatment, as always, is prevention! Is exercise important? You probably already know that I'm going to say Yes! High-impact, weight bearing exercises like using bands or weights are best. Walking is good, but not as beneficial for your bones. It is great for other things, so don't give it up, though! Natural Osteoporosis and Exercise
Natural Osteoporosis: What can I take to avoid osteoporosis? Taking a calcium supplement with vitamin D is the foundation to prevention and even treatment of osteoporosis. About 1000mg of calcium is recommended, but take it in two different doses. Your body can't absorb 1000mg at one time. Women who are post menopausal should also continue or start to take calcium supplements. Long-term calcium supplementation reduces fractures by about 30% overall. Consistantly taking a supplement 30 years after menopause reduces the fracture rates to about 50% making it an effective natural osteoporosis risk reducer. Does that mean I have to take calcium forever? Yes, pretty much. You need to be consistant, also. Try to remember to take it because forgeting can set you up to be more prone to thinning bones and fractures as you age. Why do I need Vitamin D, and can't I just get it from the sun? Vitamin D helps get that calcium absorbed and keeps the blood levels of calcium at a nice even, healthy range. It is true that vitamin D is made in the skin after being in the sun, but sadly it isn't quite the same for aging skin. If you are over 65, you only produce about 25% of the calcium a young woman would Unfair! The good news is that the vitamin D in calcium supplements seems to really do wonders. Most supplements come together now. I heard that magnesium can help with the constipation that calcium sometimes causes. Is it good to take it? Magnesium may help with some of the minor constipation problems associated with calcium. Some calcium supplements already include it. It might work better to help slow the rate of bone loss than calcium all by itself, but that is yet to be seen. Watch out, though because too much can cause diarrhea, so either be sure you get it from your food or don't take more than 350mg a day. I've seen Vitamin K listed on some of the calcium supplement bottles. Why is that? Yes, I've seen that, also. It looks like a low Vitamin K may be related to thinning bones and a higher rate of fractures for people with osteoporosis. Your best bet is to get it from your food (as always!). Foods rich in Vitamin K are cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, cereals and soybeans. It probably won't hurt to have it in your other supplments, but if you have any blood clotting problems or take blood thinners, be sure to discuss your vitamin K intake with your health care provider. Natural Osteoporosis My friend takes DHEA and something with wild yam for osteoporosis. It is worth my investment? Yes, before you take something you want to be sure it is safe, helpful and you can afford it. Notice that SAFETY is first. DHEA looks promising, but we don't know a lot yet about just how effective and if it is safe. Wild yams may be a waste of money because it doesn't seem to have an impact on bones. I drink soy milk everyday for my menopausal symptoms. Is it good for my bones? There has been mixed findings about the benefits of soy on bones. All and all, it is fairly safe, though. Some of the milks are even calcium fortified. It looks like taking about 40mgs of soy protein is what is needed to improve bone mass. You can get soy from soy beans, soy milk, tofu and so on. It may not translate into lower fracture risk overall, but that is yet to be seen. It may end up as one of our favorite natural osteoporosis treatments, but we'll have to wait and see. If you do not have breast cancer or are at high risk for breast cancer, it is probably a very safe food. If you have or have had breast cancer or a family history of breast cancer, be sure and discuss this with your health care provider. There just isn't a lot of information about safety. Soy is a phytoestrogen. Learn more about natural menopause treatment 
Natural OsteoporosisI love to drink tea. What kinds should I drink to help with osteoporosis? Drinking green and oolong and black tea has shown some positive results with increased bone mass. Some studies were done with people who drank tea for years, though. It shouldn't hurt to have a few cups of tea a day. There are other benefits to teas, too! Not all teas are beneficial, though. Caffeine, which is in tea, has been associated with a higher risk of thinning bones. Most studies looked at coffee, though. Does caffeine impact your bones? The jury is out. Remember moderation-too much of anything can be harmful. Also, weigh out the good (benefits) and bad (risks) and see what works for you.
Natural Osteoporosis 8 Easy Steps You Can Take Today 1. Bone density screening is painless and easy. Begin around age 60. It isn't a bad idea to get one post-menopausal so that prevention (if not already started) or treatment can be started. This is especially true if you are at high risk. Sometimes just the news that our bones are a little thin is enough to get us on the right track. 2. Take your calcium and vitamin D supplements. This is our proven gold standard. Also, get plenty of calcium from your food choices. 3. If you are being treated for osteoporosis, check with your health care provider about taking calcium and Vitamin D. They will probably want you to take both. 4. Remember your soy if appropriate 5. Get your exercise-this is one of the best natural osteoporosis preventers 6. Stop Smokingas soon as you can. 7. If you drink alcohol, do so in moderation-limit to about 1 drink a day 8. Eat a diet high in natural calcium: dairy products, beans, grains, nuts and foods fortified with calcium 9. Be sure and get your bone density scan done if you are 65 years or older or have any of the risk factors already described 10. Consult your healthcare provider Disclaimer: Material provided on Naturally-Holistic.net website is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure, or prevent any disease. Always take the advice of your health care provider before undertaking any diet, exercise, or other health program. We will not be liable for any complications, or other medical accidents arising from the use of any information on this web site.
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