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Undecided choice of drugs for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Sep 8 8:12am | Replies (393)Comment receiving replies
@wilkenl I'm glad that I read this post of yours, because I though I was the only one fidgeting about calcium issue.. I also read that phytates and oxilate could bind to calcium and interfere with its absorption. Like you, i thought im eating all these healthy food together for breakfast etc., not knowing they are probably best not to be taken together. Now I take my kefir on empty stomach before breakfast and at bedtime. Not sure if this tweak will make a difference.
Dr. Connie Weaver from San Diego did interesting studies where she used calcium isotope to monitor intakes and output. Her research showed differences among races and gender in absorption and output, as well as some of the nuances when we think about calcium. Very impressive. She also mentioned (If I remember correctly she did the study) that 10grams of soluble corn fiber (also 2/3 cup of blueberries, or 5-6 prunes) enhances calcium retention in the body:
If video doesn't load, look for osteoboston, interview with Dr. Connie Weaver in yt
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wilkenl and Chris,
Thank you both so much for your replies. I really want to figure this out . Before I knew anything about my bone health, I started lifting because I got a late start with kids (I have 15yo twin girls) and I figured if I want to be an active grandma, I better get off my keister and start building muscle. wilkenl, I just got that book in the mail today! I ordered that and
Lies My Doctor Told Me: Osteoporosis: How the Latest Medical Research on Bone Drugs and Calcium Could Save Your Bones, Your Heart, and Your Life. Either of you familiar with that one?
I would love to find a good naturopath. Unfortunately, S. Florida is a bit of a wasteland for alternative medicine. I wonder if telehealth is an option. The west coast seems to be housing some of the best docs. Also, when you say "its too late for me" to manage naturally, is that based on your DEXA score? At -3.0 and -3.5, my rheumatologist felt that it was too late for me to explore that route. I'm not sure yet.
Chris, Thank you for all the advice. I'm curious what made you choose the Tymlos? If I am indeed going to start one of the bone building meds, my biggest concern is hair loss. I know strong bones are more important than a head of hair but I spent five years growing it in after losing much of it as a combined result of an overzealous hormone doc and his testosterone pellets combined with the stress of a uc flare.
Thank you again- its nice not to navigate this alone. I love smart women. There's nothing we can't do 🙂
Amy