I was diagnosed with osteoporosis at 53 in 2002. I took the recommended prescription at that time, Actonel. There was little improvement. My Dr switched me to Boniva. Further tiny improvement. I was also taking Citrical & vit D. My research made me hesitant to take Fosomax because of possible side effects. In 2019 my research led me to AlgaeCal, a plant based calcium formula which included vit D, K, magnesium, strontium. (A less expensive brand of the same formula is available on Amazon.) Plant based calcium is better absorbed & utilized by the body. AlgaeCal has a helpful community on Facebook. I've now been taking that for 5 years and no other prescriptions. I also have been doing Bone Builders exercises for 9 years. I've had significant improvements in my 2021 & 2023 dexa scans! Now at 75 my spine & left hip are almost into the "normal" range! It seems doctors will always prescribe drug$ before considering a natural approach. I know this may not be the answer for everyone but I'm so glad I tried it.