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Drugs or exercise and vitamins?

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Aug 30 1:35pm | Replies (90)

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@windyshores

@trathfon62 my experience is that once we are past menopause, we lose bone naturally. The biggest drop for me was right at menopause (and also at the beginning of cancer meds that dropped estrogen further). In other words after an initial big drop, for me, the rate of loss eased- but continued. No matter what I ate, what supplements I took or how I exercised.

Tai chi helped with balance and body awareness- and other benefits. I stay away from yoga.

We are living longer. I believe a lot of us will face the need for meds, unfortunately.

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I’m afraid you’re right. I’m going to have a Dexascan in November and if things are the same or worse I’ll have to start the meds. Unfortunately, I’m not covered by Medicare yet and I was quoted $2300 a month co pay for Evenity. I’d say it’s a bit high priced!

Hi Windyshores,

Wondering if you ever researched taking collagen for bone health. Seems to be some controversy when it comes to breast cancer. Trying to understand this. Thanks