Osteoporosis: Prevention & Natural Treatment Options
Information, research, causes, symptoms and holistic treatment approaches
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Ten million people in the U.S. (80% of them women) are said to have osteoporosis, and almost 34 million are at risk because of low bone mass. Surprisingly, hip fracture rates are much higher in the United States and Europe than in many undeveloped countries. As countries in Asia and other areas become westernized, hip fracture rates are increasing, supporting the theory that this disease is diet and lifestyle related.
Osteoporosis Statistics
Annual Fractures in the U.S. (1.5 million total):
Hip Fracture Outcomes:
Surprising Causes of Bone Loss
Smoking
Smoking can severely harm skeletal health, affecting bones and joints:
- •Increased osteoporosis risk
- •Decreased bone density
- •Reduced calcium absorption
- •Reduced protection from estrogen therapy
- •Increased hip fracture risk with age
Magnesium Deficiency
According to the National Academy of Sciences, most Americans are magnesium deficient, which helps account for high rates of heart disease, stroke, osteoporosis, arthritis, joint pain, digestive issues, and chronic fatigue.
Cadmium Poisoning
Farmed shellfish is frequently contaminated with cadmium, which is extremely toxic. Cadmium causes immediate liver and kidney damage, while bones become soft and lose mass.
Untreated Celiac Disease
Untreated celiac disease can lead to diabetes, osteoporosis, and even cancer.
Prevention & Natural Treatment
Lifestyle Modifications
General Health
- • Quit smoking completely
- • Drink alcohol in moderation
- • Practice stress reduction
- • Try meditation or yoga
Caffeine Awareness
You lose 5mg of calcium for every 6oz of coffee. 300-400mg caffeine daily doubles hip fracture risk. Add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to offset losses.
Dietary Recommendations
🚫 Reduce These Foods:
- • Acid-forming foods (excess meat)
- • Excessive dairy products
- • Refined sugars
- • Most processed grains
✅ Increase These Foods:
- • Kale, broccoli, white beans
- • Shiitake mushrooms
- • Canned sardines with bones
- • Wild salmon, shrimp
- • Dark leafy vegetables
- • Almonds, figs, asparagus
Key Supplements
☀️ Vitamin D
Most important nutrient - more critical than calcium. Best from natural sunlight.
🐟 Cod Liver Oil
Rich in vitamin D and omega-3s. Proven for bone health and preventing rickets.
🦴 Calcium
1,000-1,500mg daily. Use citrate form for better absorption. Pair with magnesium.
⚗️ Strontium
Clinical trials show increased bone density.
🍊 Vitamin C
Required for collagen production in bone tissue.
🥬 Vitamin K
Helps calcium bind to bone tissue effectively.
Exercise Protocol
Weight-bearing exercise for 1 hour, 2-3 times per week can significantly slow or prevent bone loss.
Important: Countering the effects of prescription drugs and endocrine disorders requires working with your healthcare provider to find alternatives and address root causes.