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Drugs or exercise and vitamins?

Posted by cmiller59 @cmiller59, May 10, 2023

I recently went to a rheumatologist to get some questions answered regarding my osteoporosis. He said I had Senile osteoporosis and that he felt I definitely should take Alendronate Sodium once a week. I have also heard such horrific stories about osteo meds and am terrified to take them but also terrified not to of I need them. I am taking calcium and Vitamin D and exercise almost daily since the diagnosis. Is this enough to stop it from getting worse or should I start the meds. I want to hold off until my next scan but that isn’t until Oct. 24. Can anyone shed some light on this for me? Thank you.

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cmiller59 | @cmiller59 | May 14, 2023
In reply to @cmdw2600 "Which collagen do you take? I’ve been trying different ones (powder) but have yet to land..." + (show)
@cmdw2600

Which collagen do you take? I’ve been trying different ones (powder) but have yet to land on one that I want to stick with.

Thank you! Cindy

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I take Vital Proteins. I have found they help with my joint pain especially during the winter months.

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teb | @teb | May 14, 2023

There are some studies indicating that the hydroxyapatite form of calcium is beneficial to bone building however there may be some increased cardiovascular risk so it's something to be considered for those that have had heart disease or have a predisposition. In addition, MCHA is from cow bone for those that are vegetarian. If you do use it, be sure the source is from grass fed cows. The MRM product is a good one. Bone Up also contains MCHA from grass fed cattle but has tested short of other nutrients it has listed on the label as per Consumer Lab who ultimately listed it as "not approved".

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gigi4 | @gigi4 | May 15, 2023
In reply to @amylynn61 "Where I live, the Bone Maximizer III is sold at Natural Grocers. The company is MRM..." + (show)
@amylynn61

Where I live, the Bone Maximizer III is sold at Natural Grocers. The company is MRM Nutrition. It is also available on Amazon. Here is a link, you might have to copy and paste it, otherwise just do a search on Amazon.

Again, at this time, I'm opting for no meds.
https://www.amazon.com/MRM-Bone-Maximizer-III-Capsules/dp/B000Z93LKW/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=YDl4S&content-id=amzn1.sym.08900ed4-dd64-49b1-bce7-2e717defb1aa&pf_rd_p=08900ed4-dd64-49b1-bce7-2e717defb1aa&pf_rd_r=MF8908BV4AZ5Y7QDMGZ6&pd_rd_wg=u5waA&pd_rd_r=bcc76bdd-3f96-4b67-ab1d-6f479adc5cbd&ref_=pd_gw_ci_mcx_mi

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Reading the label of Bone Maximizer, there are a lot of nutrients plus 1000 mg of calcium. It’s my understanding that the body can only absorb so much calcium at one time. I split the 1200 mg, taking it 3 times a day. I also just looked up Bone Maximizer on Consumer Health Digest. You may want to research this product on this site and others to learn more before making the decision to buy.

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maureenanne | @maureenanne | May 15, 2023

I would highly recommend you check out Dr Keith McCormick. He's an expert on osteoporosis and all of the osteo meds. He has several videos on YouTube and has more knowledge than any of the docs I have seen. I have severe osteoporosis but had horrible reaction to Prolia. I won't take anymore of these meds. Dr McCormick's videos helped me put together a plan B....hopefully it works. All the best!

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windyshores | @windyshores | May 15, 2023

I met with Dr. McCormick for the second time, last week. He does consultations and also has a new (almost 700 page) book out.

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cmiller59 | @cmiller59 | May 15, 2023
In reply to @windyshores "I met with Dr. McCormick for the second time, last week. He does consultations and also..." + (show)
@windyshores

I met with Dr. McCormick for the second time, last week. He does consultations and also has a new (almost 700 page) book out.

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I will check into that. Thank you!

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cmiller59 | @cmiller59 | May 15, 2023
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@maureenanne

I would highly recommend you check out Dr Keith McCormick. He's an expert on osteoporosis and all of the osteo meds. He has several videos on YouTube and has more knowledge than any of the docs I have seen. I have severe osteoporosis but had horrible reaction to Prolia. I won't take anymore of these meds. Dr McCormick's videos helped me put together a plan B....hopefully it works. All the best!

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Thank you. I will check into it. All the best to you as well.

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cmiller59 | @cmiller59 | May 15, 2023
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@ritanada

Where can one find Dr Fishman yoga for bones?

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Did you look on YouTube? They said it was on there.

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cmiller59 | @cmiller59 | May 15, 2023
In reply to @susanmariewilliams "An osteoporosis diagnosis can be so scary. I was diagnosed with Osteopenia 15 years ago. Through..." + (show)
@susanmariewilliams

An osteoporosis diagnosis can be so scary. I was diagnosed with Osteopenia 15 years ago. Through diet and nutrition changes that I made, I had been able to keep my T scoer numbers in the Osteopenia range for all these years, but my numbers were not improving; just slowly ticking down with each scan. I joined Dr. Loren Fishman's research study a couple of years ago using his 12 yoga poses for osteoporosis program. I was super excited that with my Dexa scan last November that the my T score had moved from mid-osteopenia to low normal. At 67, I'll take that any day!

Good luck with your bone health wellness journey!
Susan

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Great news! Continued success to you!

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