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VAIL, Colorado — It hasn't been that long since the arthritis drug Vioxx was taken off the market for increased risk of stroke and heart attack in some patients.
Currently, the manufacturer of the drug Fosamax, which is used in the treatment or prevention of osteoporosis, is involved in a trial with a class-action lawsuit alleging the drug causes osteonecrosis of the jaw, pathological fractures of the femur and other side effects.
As the risk of drug side effects continue to make headlines, consumers are searching for alternatives to medication to manage their conditions. Osteoporosis and osteopenia statistics are widespread problems in the United States. Evidence also suggests that osteoporosis is easier to prevent than to treat. Proper nutrition, nutritional supplements and various types of exercise are critical for improving and maintaining bone health.
Unfortunately, even though osteoporosis patients know that supplements and exercise are important, they don't always follow through. But studies have shown that if patients are involved in a follow-up care program, osteoporosis can improve.
Most people are familiar with calcium and vitamin D supplements, and weight-bearing and resistance training. Often, however, osteoporosis patients have limited mobility and are reluctant to take on vigorous, high-impact activities. They therefore require more personalized nutritional consultation and individualized exercise programs.
With so many supplement brands and conflicting information about the type of calcium and optimal dosage, many patients feel overwhelmed by the choices. Even the current RDA for vitamin D falls way below an effective dosage to prevent or manage osteoporosis.
There are several other beneficial and unique nutritional supplements that have been shown to increase bone density, especially at the hip and lumbar spine in post-menopausal women. Alternative practitioners who specialize in nutritional and lifestyle management can provide a comprehensive and personalized evaluation, and design a program tailored just for you.
Practitioners of functional nutrition and functional medicine are experts in investigating how your body systems are functioning. A review of your medical and family history, current diet and lifestyle, as well as physical signs and symptom will provide insight into various mechanisms that may be affecting your metabolism, absorption and inflammation. A little known fact is that inflammation can exacerbate the progression of osteoporosis and osteopenia.
To learn more about additional nutrients and other important/alternate exercises to help preserve and improve bone density, contact a local alternative healthcare professional who specializes in nutrition and comprehensive lifestyle management.
Jacqui Slavin of Functional Wellness in Edwards is a chiropractor who practices functional nutrition and medicine. She provides both individual and group nutrition and lifestyle programs to address blood sugar, thyroid, hormonal dysfunction and weight management. She can be reached at 970-376-7779.
Currently, the manufacturer of the drug Fosamax, which is used in the treatment or prevention of osteoporosis, is involved in a trial with a class-action lawsuit alleging the drug causes osteonecrosis of the jaw, pathological fractures of the femur and other side effects.
As the risk of drug side effects continue to make headlines, consumers are searching for alternatives to medication to manage their conditions. Osteoporosis and osteopenia statistics are widespread problems in the United States. Evidence also suggests that osteoporosis is easier to prevent than to treat. Proper nutrition, nutritional supplements and various types of exercise are critical for improving and maintaining bone health.
Unfortunately, even though osteoporosis patients know that supplements and exercise are important, they don't always follow through. But studies have shown that if patients are involved in a follow-up care program, osteoporosis can improve.
Most people are familiar with calcium and vitamin D supplements, and weight-bearing and resistance training. Often, however, osteoporosis patients have limited mobility and are reluctant to take on vigorous, high-impact activities. They therefore require more personalized nutritional consultation and individualized exercise programs.
With so many supplement brands and conflicting information about the type of calcium and optimal dosage, many patients feel overwhelmed by the choices. Even the current RDA for vitamin D falls way below an effective dosage to prevent or manage osteoporosis.
There are several other beneficial and unique nutritional supplements that have been shown to increase bone density, especially at the hip and lumbar spine in post-menopausal women. Alternative practitioners who specialize in nutritional and lifestyle management can provide a comprehensive and personalized evaluation, and design a program tailored just for you.
Practitioners of functional nutrition and functional medicine are experts in investigating how your body systems are functioning. A review of your medical and family history, current diet and lifestyle, as well as physical signs and symptom will provide insight into various mechanisms that may be affecting your metabolism, absorption and inflammation. A little known fact is that inflammation can exacerbate the progression of osteoporosis and osteopenia.
To learn more about additional nutrients and other important/alternate exercises to help preserve and improve bone density, contact a local alternative healthcare professional who specializes in nutrition and comprehensive lifestyle management.
Jacqui Slavin of Functional Wellness in Edwards is a chiropractor who practices functional nutrition and medicine. She provides both individual and group nutrition and lifestyle programs to address blood sugar, thyroid, hormonal dysfunction and weight management. She can be reached at 970-376-7779.
