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overwhelmed by so much (often conflicting) info on natural approaches

Posted by swuelfing1 @swuelfing1, Dec 3, 2023

Hi everyone, I was wondering if anyone else feels overwhelmed when researching what to do about dealing with osteoporosis naturally. There is so much good info out there which is great. It's just that often it gets sooo detailed such as in the area of supplements that it gets confusing or just overwhelming to decide what to do and narrow it down to a feasible plan. Also there are certain topics that there's controversy about - like yes/no on dairy, if dairy then which dairy, oxylates?, correct exercise? correct supplements, too much calcium? As you research you find several very credible and trustworthy resources who still disagree on so many topics. You could endlessly research and go down rabbitholes on every topic. Has anyone figured out any strategies to keep things manageable and decide what to do?

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robinleebru | @robinleebru | Jan 2 7:17am

I agree….I feel the same way and have the same problem…I have been trying to figure it all out on my own as I cannot find a medical professional locally who can help…it just seems that I know more about OP than they do. Only answer from them is medication based on a Dexa. I am trying to do all the research on my own, but the terminology and variables are a challenge!

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kjkonboard | @kjkonboard | Jan 3 11:08am
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@robinleebru

I agree….I feel the same way and have the same problem…I have been trying to figure it all out on my own as I cannot find a medical professional locally who can help…it just seems that I know more about OP than they do. Only answer from them is medication based on a Dexa. I am trying to do all the research on my own, but the terminology and variables are a challenge!

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I found Keith McCormick’s book, The Whole-Body Approach to Osteoporosis, very informative. McCormick studied this extensively and shares his experiences and his learnings during his own journey with multiple fractures.

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patwerthman | @patwerthman | Mar 19 8:41am
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@robinleebru

I agree….I feel the same way and have the same problem…I have been trying to figure it all out on my own as I cannot find a medical professional locally who can help…it just seems that I know more about OP than they do. Only answer from them is medication based on a Dexa. I am trying to do all the research on my own, but the terminology and variables are a challenge!

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Ugh. Thanks for sharing

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patwerthman | @patwerthman | Mar 19 8:44am

Right! If it’s natural docs say does nothing or no research done,…

Very unclear and being more of a females situation seems the research and understanding lacks.

I didn’t feel I’d ever say that but it appears to be glaring

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patwerthman | @patwerthman | Mar 19 8:45am
In reply to @sharon31 "I dear suelfing1, I can definitely relate to what you write if it's too conflicting/confusing I..." + (show)
@sharon31

I dear suelfing1,
I can definitely relate to what you write if it's too conflicting/confusing I give up and I suppose try for a middle ground. Other comments here seem to be another topic, I'm confused even here!

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Me too

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maryandnans | @maryandnans | Mar 19 2:28pm

I agree it is very confusing and every Dr just wants to pou you on meds. I feel better that I found DR. Lisa Moore on her YouTube and Facebook group BRICKHOUSE BONES. Diet, strength training and impact are important for the bones.

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nannygoat5 | @nannygoat5 | Mar 20 6:30pm
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@patwerthman

Omg. I’ve just learned about this also. Thanks for sharing

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Thanks but I don’t have a subscription to the list. Can anyone give me the readers digest summary?!

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nannygoat5 | @nannygoat5 | Mar 20 6:55pm
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@andreamayo

Pretty sure we're reading the same stuff! I have spent SO many hours researching since my diagnosis 4 months ago and all I've come up with is this , SO FAR...
I had a Zoledronic Acid infusion a few weeks ago (no side effects), second guessing that decision now.
Protein forward Mediterranean diet
Weight train 3 days/week, walk 1 hr/day (easy with a dog), and yoga 4 x week.
Calcium Supplement called Strong Bones and 2,000 IU Vitamin D as I am low Vit D according to blood tests.
Switched from oat milk to cow milk, lot of yogurt. Avoiding Calcium fortified foods in favour of natural food sources.
Avoiding sugar and processed foods. No alcohol.
I follow Dr. Doug Lucas (Optimum Bone Health) on Youtube and attended his Live masterclass today by Zoom (free). I feel he's trustworthy. However to be a patient for a year is about $12,000 USD I believe, but there is a lot of great info you can glean for free from his videos etc...
I'm considering seeing a naturopath to get some more in depth blood analysis on gut health etc.
On goes the battle with too much information. And then there are those those damn oxalates! SIGH.

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Ugh. Oxalates! So confusing

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patwerthman | @patwerthman | Mar 21 6:52am
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@nannygoat5

Ugh. Oxalates! So confusing

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Agreed! And I don’t have a subscription either

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