I am 79 …went from osteopenia 9 yrs ago to -2.7. I have in the last 3 yrs increased my supplements of d3 k2 b12 and my diet improved. No other medications. I am working on weight bearing PT and balance. I had kemo 2014. My goal now is to reverse my osteoporosis. I am a strong woman wanting to do this.
Well done not sure if Letrozole caused my early stage ostheopenia prescribed over a year ago after breast cancer surgery have been thinking of increasing D3 subliment Small amount in calcium supplement prescribed by hospital have noticed a few people have turned diagnostis around with extra vitamin intake
Thank you again! I shared with you that I reversed my osteoporosis. I am doing osteoporosis strong and weight bearing. I was 68 when I found out now 70. Some days I just need encouragement. I watch your videos to get what I need. Thank you for doing what you do for all of us. Great information which helps and encourages.💕 l refuse to give up.
35 years ago my doctor recommended I take Fosomax...I asked her if she would and she said NO! So here I am at 83 and have taken nothing although my bone loss indicates I have osteoporosis. I have never broken a bone. I began extensive weight-bearing exercises 5 years ago and believe I am healthy. I will never take the horrific drugs. Once you begin you have to continue for the rest of your life.
Excellent ! 72yo, had my DX and REMs, no drugs for me until I have increased protein, weight training/exercise/supplements/sleep/ stress and researched everything I can. Your channel is encouraging. Signed up Master class. Authentic and concise Dr Doug Lucas. Thank you. Canada.
Me too! I am 67 yo and shocked - except I really aged taking care of my mom and the level of stress. I told my NP I am NOT taking pharma. She does not believe you can reverse osteoporosis and I believe I can. I weight train and also wear a weighted vest when I walk.
@@AskPiaAkashic Yay! Good for you!! I've been on a few Dr.'s UA-cam channels & they too, said it can be reversed. I believe it can as well!! I also have osteo...& do Not take pharma!! I'm doing Heel drops & Stomps which Dr. Lucas said Heel drops do work. I just started doing them since last month so it will take awhile. I hope I see a difference. I'm 72 y.o. ~ lets keep on Truckin'! lol!
Good news. My NP told me it is not reversible. I absolutely believe I will reverse it. I hit the gym for strength/weight training and we do have a Power Plate which I use. And I gave up alcohol a year ago!
@helenahandkart1857 my dr got me on hrt too. And I'm being very intentional about pushing weights and getting run/walks in more often.. I fell HARD on the ice a little over a year ago, which was after the October 2022 dexa that I never got results on til a year later, and I was fine ( other than tore my groin muscle). So I'm using this as motivation to work out more, eat better. Praying next scan has better #'s.
I am 63 years old was diagnosed with osteoporosis three years ago started Osteo strong three months ago and started alfecal supplements and now I have finally reversed my osteoporosis
That’s amazing progress-congratulations on reversing your osteoporosis! 🎉 Keep up the great work and stay consistent with your routine-your story will motivate many others on their bone health journeys! 💪🦴
Thank you! I am 44 and have T scores in the -3 range. I had to have my ovaries removed and went into surgically induced menopause at 31. I found out around 36 that I have a genetic clotting disorder when I had a PE and had to come off of my HRT. They’ve tried to tell me I have to start prolia and take it until I die. I’ve completely changed my life and go for my next DEXA scan in May. Hopefully those numbers will be better.
Hi. I am in menopause since 32. Been diagnosed with osteoporosis at 40 and since then on HRT. T scores -3 since age 40. I started carnivor diet (ruminant meet, eggs and butter) 2 months ago and I feel so good (mentally and physically). I feel stronger so I walk every day at least 4 km and do resistance traininig few times a week. I also take supplements vit D3, K2 and animal collagen. I am positive that I will reverse my osteoporosis. So keep strong and do all you can and what is GOOD 4 U.
I am 68 and was diagnosed with Osteopenia a year ago, and was told to start taking the injection, Prolia twice a year. I said no thank you to the drug because of the side effects that I read about. I take vitamin D3 5000 once a week, and Vitamin D3 2000 IU and Calcium daily. Plus I go to the gym 3 times a week. Praying that my numbers will get better instead of worse.
@@kindheart1188 Make sure you take vitD with fat. Also K2 (MK-7) is recommended with vitD. Resistance training is the best. Proteins from meat for bone density. All the best!
I have fractured my 4th and 5th vertabrae in my back and wpuld like to add excercise to my program but am afraid I will cause more harm to my back. I am in constant pain and get nauseas from any pain medication . I cannot walk.upright unless I have taken a very strong pain tablet. I do feel as if my life has ended and also am dependent on state hospitals for help which is not very helpful. It is hard to stay positive in these circumstances but I am.grateful for people like you who try and help and give sound advice. Thanhk you dr lLucas!
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1.Before you are able to turn your condition around, move to only slip-resistant comfortable shoes. Don't wear socks when going up and down stairs. Avoid things that contribute to risks of falling, like chairs on wheels.
Amazing video!! First I have seen of yours, and that's weird, because today in the mail I got the results of my DEXA SCAN!! It says I have osteoporosis in my left hip, and I need to go to the follow up appointment with my doctor! I will be 72 next week, and was going to Google and check WebMD to learn what to do about it!! I appreciate this video and want to do as much as possible that is natural and not medication. Liked when you said get protein and Amino acids preferably from animal sources!! A little over 2 years ago I went to a carnivore way of eating and have had AMAZING healing of many health issues!! I subscribed to your channel and plan on checking out the links you mentioned!! God bless you for ALL you are doing to really help people to get better, and not just take the meds!! ❤🤗🙏🙏
Thank you for your time and information. This is so helpful and calming. I was notified by phone and offered a drug. I totally was freaked out and scared. Thank you for the encouraging words and work you are doing. I am 61 and am prioritizing my lifestyle.
Thank you for talking about breast cancer and osteoporosis. I’m currently on a biphosphonate because of being on an estrogen suppressant. I’m not happy about it, but I know it’s the right course of treatment. I’m looking forward to the day when I can stop. In the meantime, I’m doing everything I can to help my bones through diet, supplements, and exercise.
Okay………I’ve increased my beef consumption. I’m increasing my protein but I still can’t figure out how I’m going to get the required protein without getting heftier and heftier! 😂 I’m going just a little crazy from watching a bunch of UA-cam videos but I felt it was necessary to get an idea of what’s out there. -Okay, so I’m now watching your videos exclusively. I am so opposed to Prolia and two of my doctors are really “pushing” me to take it. I took Fosamax several years ago and started having so much pain in my femurs. The doctor said that couldn’t be the fosamax but it got to where I couldn’t stand the pain any more so I quit the fosamax and my femur bones did get better. I have a pretty extensive medical history…have kidney disease too. I really, REALLY believe strongly that I can get improvements with proper diet and exercise. I also take several meds and Remicade infusions for psoriatic arthritis. I know you can’t begin to diagnose me but your videos give me the most courage. I actually love working out because it makes me feel so good. I have excellent doctors who are very helpful BUT they say exercise and diet won’t work. I will rely on a lot of your information but, of course, I certainly won’t blame you or anyone else if my trying fails. Now I am ready to sign up for your course! You’re stuck with me now! (Don’t blow it 🤭)
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hi ellen I feel the same as you do, I'm checking myT scores for the last five dexas and I'm off OP drugs, I took evenity for one year, now I'm doing weight bearing exercises and resistance training, along with eating good foods that are low in oxalates. keep it going
Didn't know I had osteoporosis until after I fell anx broke my hip at 65 years. Then found I had 5 spinal fractures. I've adapted my lifestyle as much as I can. I would encourage anybody to follow your advice. Thank you for all your help.
Plz don't wait until menopause to be screened for osteoporosis. If you have a family history or any contributing factors get screened early. I was told not to worry about it until menopause and had my first DEXA at 53. I had full blown osteoporosis. Drs don't recommend early detection because insurance companies won't cover the cost. I would have gladly paid the $200 or $300 dollars to have the scan early if I was told it could save my life. Thank you for helping to educate women and encouraging them to be proactive in their healthcare decisions.
I got my first scan at age 40 because I had a hysterectomy at 31and it turns out I have osteopenia (the precursor to osteoporosis). I asked for the scan because I had started hearing about teen girls getting osteoporosis after having trans surgery and having hysterectomies. So any time a female has an end to their cycle, whether it's natural or medical, it can result in osteoporosis.
@@commenter5901 I was absolutely unaware of what you just stated. I had a hysterectomy at 44. Ugh. I am 64 and have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. The more I looked into the medication, I decided not to take it. It is time for me to get tested again so I’ll see how it’s doing….❤
Thank you so much for all your videos & education. I am 79 and have had osteopenia for 4 years.My Endocrinologist believes that medication is the ONLY answer. She emphatically stated recently that 'exercise does not build bone.’ Since osteoporosis is only present in my forearms (x2 yrs), and the possible SE of Rx drugs are too many from my perspective….I declined that treatment. I am following your recommendations. The Dr & I have parted ways.
Such commen sense info. Thanks. By gut feeling, this is the route I took when diagnoses at 50 (I'm almost 57.) Just as in examples, I got a call after what I thought would be a baseline DXA and warning, that I should take Boniva. Three yrs into menapause and w/a family hx, I guess it made sense, but still... I so wish I'd been offered HRT instead. ... I haven't reversed my OP w/ my natural approach, but I've made some positive progress/held steady, which is still a win.
Ok 67 years old, had my first DEXA scan couple weeks ago. My Dr is out of office on medical leave til June, I'm scheduled then. Another Dr from office had his nurse call me and told me I have osteoporosis and need medication and he would send to my pharmacy. First of all I was shocked and no nothing about osteoporosis. I'm waiting till I see my Dr in June. I've watched your videos on this and I thank you. Frustrated and feel like that was so unprofessional, a phone call from nurse.
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How about an email that tells me to go online to My Chart where I read the results of any lab tests, office visits, etc.? I’m 77, went through menopause early at 36 after a hysterectomy. I was told I would be okay because I still had my ovaries. Guess what? Some ovaries quit working due to the trauma of the surgery and that is what happened to me. Luckily, my late husband was a physician because four years later my new GP missed the fact that at 40 I was in menopause. It was my husband who read my lab paperwork and told me. I never went back to that doctor. I was put on Fosomax but eventually there were warnings of that drug deteriorating jaw bones in some people so I quit taking it. Nine months ago I fell while walking, bounced 3 times on my right hip and fractured the ball of my femur so had a partial hip replacement. I was lucky to be moved into a brand new physical therapy hospital in St. Louis for 12 days and I really pushed them to go above and beyond because I live in another state in a big house by myself and I take care of a steep double lot and house by myself except for mowing and snow removal. I have not missed a day of hip exercises, 6 days a week since my operation plus I lift weights every other day. I’ve always tested on the Dena as having osteopenia but my Dexa in two weeks surely will say I have osteoporosis. Can anyone bounce their hip three times on concrete and not break it? 😅 My doctor already told me that there was a drug infusion so I guess I better get my arguments ready and try to reverse some of this on my own.
At 53 Dexa was great. Good bones. At 59 osteopenia in hip and femoral neck. -1.7 reading. Today at almost 64 with exercise, supplements , diet and HRT my bone density has increased on all measures. No longer osteopenia on hip. Although, My femoral neck has increased bone density it isn’t enough. Still -1.7. I’m happy about the increases. I did this all on my own without any proper help from MDs as they don’t really know much about it. Just started one legged swats for my femoral neck. Very hard. Any advice from anyone on this.
@@paulineyu4472 HRT: estradiol, progesterone and testosterone. Supplements: Algae Calium, vit. D,K, boron, magnesium, melatonin and low dose strontium citrate(controversial), B complex, fish oil. Diet: Mediterranean with a lot of olive oil and greens and probably more protein than normal for that diet. Exercise: Power yoga with long held swats, some classes with weights, once a week an hour of one legged yoga balance class. extra seats during the day, walk daily plus 2 hours of hiking on weekend in the hills if we can. No jumping. I have severe degenerative disc issues.
@@marykavanagh9792 It has been 5 years of hard work. I get HRT outside of my medical HMO. They were taking me off HRT, which I think contributed. The place I go works on health optimization. I was very ill for 3 years after I had subacute thyroiditis. I wasn’t able to recover or gain weight so went outside my system for help with the thyroid. They place I found manages all my hormones. I got lucky. The exercise and the rest I figured out on my own by doing research. It been 5 years. I still am working on getting the femoral neck in the normal range. It has increased density but not enough. My friend had osteopenia @ 65. It was stable for years. The medical provider system (same one I am) on took her off estrogen. Now she has osteoporosis- full blow. She is 69. They offered her a bisphosphonate. She refused that but requested HTR instead, which they reluctantly gave her. She is hoping it keeps her from losing more bone. The key is to do your research and find providers who understand all of this and are willing to work with you and do regular tests, etc. I pay extra for the care I get. I hope to still afford it once I retire. Good luck. Dr. Doug has a lot of good information and several programs for folks. Wish he was around 5 years ago. Would have saved me a or of time researching.
I just found out that I crossed over for about 10 years of osteopenia to osteoporosis. I am 77 and have had many bone fractures in the last 10 years. I was prescribed Fosamax. I have gone to the regularly for about 12 + years about 5 days a week. During the early stages of menopause I took hormone replacement. Menopause complete at age 45 years old. And on hormones for about 6 years.
I'm 76 and just diagnosed with osteoporosis - with a T score of -3.5. My doctor wanted to put me on Prolea. I just couldn't do it. I go to PT 2x/wk, and I hired a personal trainer 2x/wk. I'm taking Algae Cal system, and Native Path Bone Collagen Peptides. Trying to eat prunes and figs. I hope I'm doing the right thing.
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Thank you doctor for your honesty! I don't have osteoporosis, but it’s great to know the treatment and truth. Because we all get more mature (older ) and must know the options. Absolutely valuable information ! Thanks
Thank you for talking about breast cancer and osteoporosis. In 2021 I was 51years old when I get diagnosis with triple negative breast cancer I went to 2 rounds of chemo treatments while I was on treatment during one my bone density my oncologist told me I have osteoporosis to start with prolia which was on Oct 2022 but he never discuss a plan for how long,I need to stay on this med Thank you so much for explaining.
My Osteostrong offers REM in Minnesota. I'm not sure if it's for members only or not. Very grateful they have purchased the screening tool for annual follow ups.
I reversed my osteoporosis with vitamins. I used the vitamin regimen from a book called “Death by Calcium”. Dr. Doug - I’m very thankful to find a new source of information
I did take calcium with vit K2 in it but don't know what reversed my spine for time being. Error might have been part of it, but I also worked out hard for a year with heavy weights and changed diet to more protein when I could (not perfect) Went from -2.9 to -2.1. Levels have been fine, Vit D etc and calcium had been lower but now not mid range but just under. My Gyn thought 64 was too "young" for drugs which made me smile but I was still nervous.
@@shar7508 I did not cut dairy - but don't eat much dairy anyway, cheese occasionally and cream in my coffee, low carb and almost no sugar. I am physically active. My dentist recommend the book 2 years ago when I was originally diagnosed because I was in the middle of a dental implant and she didn't want me taking the meds. I am still following the vitamins as outlined in the book. My bone density scan has been 100% both times since starting the vitamins.
For osteoporosis~Thoughts on adding vitaminK2 (MK-7) to D3? Thoughts on collagen powder with Fortiborne? Drinking bone broth? Prunes? Boron can be toxic~at what level?
We have a video on Vitamin K and one on Prunes as well. Checkout the two videos below: "Is Vitamin K the Magic Bullet for Osteoporosis Reversal? K1 vs K2 and MK-4 vs MK-7." "Best Fruit for Osteoporosis: Snack Your Way to Bone Health and Gut Health"
I am a 76 year old woman. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis in April 2023, while have scans for an upcoming surgery. They found a compression fracture at L4. I had a DEXA done that showed Lumbar Spine (L1-L4): Bone mineral density is 0.980 g/cm2 which corresponds to a young adult T-score of -1.7 which lies in the osteopenia range. Both hips had a T score of -3.3 with a Major osteoporotic fracture 34.1%, hip fracture 15.3%. Because of the upcoming surgery the osteoporosis was temporarily put on the back burner. I had been taking prescription anti acids since 2015, not knowing about the bone these drugs can cause. My surgery was to repair a hiatal hernia. Since the surgery, I no longer take any anti acids. Due to esophagus damage my PC doctor does not feel I should take any oral osteoporosis medication and suggest possible infusions. I saw him in December of 2023 and nothing has been decided. Would further testing be of value in deciding what I should do? I have taken calcium and vitamin D3 for many years and have added vitamin K. Where do I go from here? In the last few years I have fallen several times and haven’t broken any bones. I have done some PT to try to reduce fall risk. At this point I’m really confused.
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I am so sorry what you went through and no person should have to do through it , and the doctors should take responsibility and help each of their patients . I had Acid Reflux , I feel I'm healed from it. I was concerned with Esophagus and I have an "EGD test done, every 6 months and I just recieve my result and Esophagus is healed . I am concerned with my hiatal hernia , I wonder if Chiropractor could work with the hiatal Hernia and see how big it is now.
@@debbiec6216 I don’t know anything about a chiropractor healing a hiatal hernia. I went the surgery route and have been very happy with the results. I have not had one bout of reflux in the 11 months since the surgery. My neighbor did mention to me that her chiropractor healing her hernia. I didn’t ask any questions about the process, since I had already gone through the surgery. The osteoporosis still hasn’t really been addressed. I had an appointment with my doctor 2 weeks ago, he feels I should do the yearly infusions. He wasn’t sure if he could order them or if I would need have to be referred to an endocrinologist. I have another appointment with him in 3 months. I am not really in favor of the. Infusions, but that might be my only option. I have heard there are better tests than the DEXA out there that will give more information. The last EDG I had done showed the Barrets esophagus had healed. Good luck with your journey to fix your hernia and get rid of the reflux. Gastro issues are no fun.
I've had osteopenia for seversl decades and was just diagnosed with osteoporosis. I'm 72 and my doctor wants to give me injections of Prolia. After dealing with cancer from 3016 to 2020, I'm concerned. Chemo and radiation really took it out of me. And, mow this! I've broken my left wrist and have a plate in it and fractured a bone in my right arm that has healed.
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I wish people knew the history of osteopenia. Started with a pharmacist that came up with a great idea that if they could identify one more page before the process, David McMillian's medication. He invented the word osteopenia, which actually only means before osteoporosis. You don't have osteoporosis until your numbers are -2.0. It is absolutely reckless for a doctor to recommend bisphosphonates of any kind for osteopenia! And even after you actually have osteoporosis, I would never recommend taking them! They have a black-box warning on them
Thank you so much. Unfortunately I started with bisfosfonate yesterday, but I think there is still a lot to learn and do, to improve my bone health and overall health. I will look at more of your videos,change my diet, buy a vibration board and try some impact training. I wish I had seen this video before starting with medicine but now this is where I am at and I will try my best to learn more and thus get better. I am 58 years old and I am a dancer but that didn’t help me in this case.
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First thing……I am adding to my typical mass of vitamins……Boron, Bone Meal, and researching which vibrator plate I need. I also contacted my P.C. and requested 9 Labs to be done, so now I will wait to see what the doctor says ! I will absolutely NOT take their meds. Am anxious, of course, but READY to get started. Thank you for your advice.❤️ 3-19-2024
@@htraindogs I think we are talking oranges and apples. NO, I will not take their medicines. HOWEVER, their LABS will give me more of a level playing field to know what I want to take for my health. People refer to this sometimes, as alternative medicine. There are ways to adjust our diets, specific vitamins and supplements to take. I prefer THIS method, but find it prudent to DO Labs instead of going off on my own half-cocked. I have several life threatening diseases. For 15 years I have treated myself, and my Labs have been terrific….showing me that I am going in the right direction. Knowledge and research are our two most important tools concerning our health, dogs, I hope my explanation resonates with you. Just don’t be one of those people who allows our government’s mantra of “ We need to lower the population dictate to you, or you will be part of the counted “ lowered population “.❤️
@@htraindogsDog, Common Sense says that no one just nilly-willy runs off to get Labs if they want info. They are required to have a prescription for said Labs. THESE LABS may well tell me WHICH supplements will possibly be of help. Et voil’a…..
Thank you. I am 62. -4.4 L hip and spine. Waiting on an Endocrinologist appointment?? Have seen a exercise physiologist. Start classes next week. Consulting with a nutritionalist/ natropath tomorrow. Have increased protein. Taking Vit D ,calcium andvit K2, plus probiotics. Will now look at what tests to ask for.
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@Dr_DougLucas I'm in Australia , I bought your book , have listened to a talk on all the meds , why you would use them and why not to use ones, depending on underlying causes.
I got hearing loss w Prolia. Prolia got my Dexa values in normal range. When went off my next scan diagnosed me with osteopenia. Reclast infusions only helps a little not enough. Waiting latest scan results.
I like your first point - asking WHY do I have this? I am 71. 7 years ago I was 1 point into osteoporosis and live an active healthy lifestyle, most people think I'm 55. This year T scores were -2.4 and some worse, 24% fracture risk. Doctor said the meds, as usual. I said first can we do a workup to find out more about what is going on? She ordered several labs. Turns out my Immunoglobulin M score was very high - which may be the type of cancer that eats away at bone. I am shocked to say the least because I feel great and all my other labs were great. I have a PET scan scheduled in a few weeks, and more blood work and meeting with hematology/oncology May 1. I am scared. But what if I never asked? And never found out? I am glad I pushed the doctor and hope whatever is causing that blood protein to be so high is something that can be managed. I'm not sure if all the natural treatments would still help? So people, keep asking! Don't accept "cookie-cutter" treatment from doctors. Each case should be investigated individually. Get screened around age 50 for a baseline. Healing vibes and prayers welcome! Thank you.
I hope things work out for you. I sympathise with your situation and agree that doctors should be trying to work out why a person has osteo. This means a range of testing to determine if it’s primary, secondary or tertiary osteo. If by the M score you received you mean MGUS, I was diagnosed with this too but only after visiting another doctor (mine was not available at the time) and he said he wanted to run some tests for celiac. What he did not tell me was that he was actually testing for the M cell count as well because it can lead to the serious bone cancer you have mentioned … IF it progresses. I was told that they don’t know what causes this high M protein (which affects the plasma cells in the bone marrow), why it progresses in some people and not others and that there’s a fair portion of the population who have it but don’t know it. I was also told there’s no treatment for MGUS and all they can do is to monitor it to check to see if it is progressing. When I had my next blood test for it 18 months later, it showed no MGUS. I put this down to the only thing that seems the logical intervention and that was using the Marodyne vibration plate (which acts to stimulate cells in the bone). I have had another blood test since and still need to check that Im still clear of it. In your situation, just get the results first and then your doctors will discuss what needs to happen. If it’s any comfort, the T-scores you are mentioning don’t sound like the M protein has gotten to the point of danger because when it has progressed, it does start causing tremendous problems for bone. I wish you all the best - these sorts of worrying “discoveries” are unnerving, especially if you feel okay and are still active.
Weaned myself off of Fosamax after 1 year as it caused jaw problems. I am now increasing my protein, taking calcium hydroxyapatite and using a progesterone cream. Will be 70 in June.
A friend of mine cured her Osteoporosis with the fallowing herbs. Most of these herbs s come from Susan Weed a well known herbalist in the 70/80ties. So they are horse tail, 0at straw , alfalfa, . Red clover , nettle . I ran into her years later still no osteoporosis. I take them sometimes. But have moved to bone strengthening tablets.
Thank you Dr Doug I take letrazole for breast cancer and was prescribed adcal D3 and aldronic acid. Stopped taking them after doing my own research. I am 73 and the side effects were making me miserable. I will always take letrazole as fear of breast cancer worries me more than osteoporosis.
I am a 76-year-old man recently diagnosed with gleason 8 prostate cancer and was put on Lupron on Feb 28th of this year. I was recently diagnosed with osteopenia. I know soon they are going to want to put me on drugs for my bones. What I would like to know is can I turn this around naturally or can I try to turn it around when I quit the Lupron and bone medication and get my testosterone back (hopefully)? I have no other health issues and I have been working out with weights most of my life. I have also tried to eat healthy most of my life. I have watched all your videos. Thank you for all the information you give.
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Thank you for your videos ! I will check out your playlist on 55 was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis two months ago, It’s been two years now I have been diagnosed with APS, I have had two strokes, one PE, i’m definitely scared and looking for ways to strengthen my bones it’s no coincidence that I just stumbled on your website☺️
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What about K2MK7 ,Calcium, Vitamin D3, Magnesium, need to know your take on this , as I take them all. Diagnosed last year, late 60s. Also looking into exercise to help my condition. Thanks.
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supplements are not health promoting; mostly very toxic. D supplements are known to be inflammatory. D is not a vitamin but a pro-hormone; not something to be taken lightly. Calcium supplements will eventually clog your arteries. Non which you mention are needed if you eat the proper human diet which is animal based.
Thanks so much Dr Doug for putting your videos out there to help people like me who are given only part of the information when getting a diagnosis of Osteoporosis. I'm 58 and just diagnosed with Osteoporosis after having my second bone fracture from "minimal trauma" - thankfully both fractures (one in 2019 and one 15 weeks ago) were the fibula. But this one has taken 15 weeks to get 80% healed - 15 weeks in a moon-boot! At the side of the fracture it is still not healed. I have been given Fosamax and plan to take it until I can get the natural things to reverse the osteo! Planning to start a specific exercise regime here in Australia called ONERO - using heavy weights and impact training. But need this fracture a bit more stable before I start that. I will do your free masterclass too - I want to do this naturally. I have another 30 years to manage (my Mum is still going strong at 89 - although she did have to use Fosamax!) - so we must get on top of this Osteoporosis and get off the drug.
I've had osteoporosis since my mid twenties (I guess) with T score of -3,0 (via dexa scan) when I was 31. Can't remember if I got more than Vit D and calcium at the time. For sure I took alendronic acid from age 40 to 48 (about 8 years). Worst T score was -2.8 (L2 and L4) a year ago. Looking forward to the next scan in a couple of months.
Hi Dr Doug. This is another brilliant video. I went to Rems,the one you advised me to go to and Im going in 6 months time. Doing everything you have suggested in your Amazing book and from The Master class. Fantastic information. From Bridget,in the U k.❤
I am 64 and learned last year in August that my lower spine was -2.7 , I was on pantoprazole since 2016 , I have quit that medication since ,I was also diagnosed with uterine pre cancer stage 2 and uterine and bladder prolapse , pantoprazole was the only drug I was taking , could it have brought on all of these conditions ? and now what should I do especially for osteoporosis ? Thank you for addressing this issue and being there for us , I live in Canada and our health system is piss poor , we can not ask for certain testing unless we pay for it , so if you don't have money and are dependent on the health system well you get what the government pays for .
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Hello! I am a very healthy 74 year old youthful woman. Small boned, blue eyes and natural blonde hair. Take no medications. Eat healthy and I have a wonderful active life. I had 7 fractures last year and ended in a rehab center for PT for 39 days. What a shock! On my own I had a bone scan. Low and behold I have severe stage 4 osteoporosis. Saw my doctor and he prescribed Fomax. I said no. I'm trying to do the natural approach. Basically, I wanted folks to know that this can creep up even if you are in perfect health. I asked my Dr. how we missed this. He said they do not recommend bone scans until you reach 70. Said we probably should have done one then. I am devastated, but working hard to reverse as much as I can. One thing I do everyday, is strap on 2 lb ankle weights and put them on my wrists as well and wear all day. Don't know if it helps, but what the heck? I love this channel and benefit greatly from your expertise and advice! Carolyn
Please check with your doctor! I have read in many places not to wear weights all day. It places too much strain on the muscles. Watch more Dr. Doug videos!
Oh Mark thank you so much for your reply. I had no idea. I thought I was doing a good thing. I will stop this immediately. I don't want or need anymore damage! Carolyn@@markgoodwin183
I'm wondering if I would be in the same camp as the breast cancer example. I'm a 61 year old male and at almost 59 was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. I had chemo the first half of 2022 with hormone therapy, then had an orchiectomy mid 2022. Also had a Prolia shot in mid 2022, then after an MRI due to some severe back, hip, and knee pain showed some metastasis, was started on Xgeva in October 2022 with my last shot being July 2023. I also started taking Nubeqa in July 2022. I had my first Dexa scan in January which showed 0.0 on lumbar L1-L4 and -1.1 on right femur neck. I think the femur neck and hip socket on the right side is where there were some signs of bone metastasis. Results from other scans in January showed continued improvement with lymph nodes continuing to shrink and PSA continuing to be less than .01, so my oncologist was a little more optimistic about life expectancy and prescribed Fosamax. I was not prepared to discuss this with the doctor, so after being cautioned by several people, including my wife, on the Fosamax, I began research and ran across your UA-cam channel. I wanted to try the diet, exercise, and supplements you have suggested first before taking the Fosamax and communicated this to my doctor, who was okay with this approach. Except for the cancer, my health is good to excellent and I am fairly physically active. I would say my strength is back to about 80% of what it was before the cancer treatment. Curious as to your thoughts. It's extremely rare for men with my Gleason score (9) and stage 4 to make it 6 years, so I don't really think my window is that long.
You’ve been through the wringer. I hope for continued improvements and you get through this okay. Just from what I can read here, you’ve had at least 3 Prolia shots? Might be worth checking with you doctor again because once you start taking Prolia, you are supposed to stay on it because of rebound bone loss (losing the bone you gained whilst on it plus more). That’s likely why the doctor wanted you on the bisphosphonate. I’d encourage you to discuss this specifically with the doctor rather than getting histories from other people because your situation is a bit different - and you might not need to stay on Fosomax for a long time. Best wishes and good luck.
Thanks for the encouraging words. I go to the oncologist every 3 months, so I'll at least be better prepared to discuss it on my next visit. I'm also going to ask about the blood testing for the markers of bone health Dr. Lucas discussed in one of his other videos - I have not seen these results in any of my blood tests so far, so I don't think they are testing for that. I'm not sure how long it will take for the Xgeva to be completely out of my system, but suspect it could be over 6 months.@@magpiegirl3783
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I was dxd last year wirh osteoporosis, a shock as I'm really active at 62. Got the marodyne platform, started algecal (as it has the correct mix of D3, Mk-7, calicum) and the Australian Bone Clinic weight lifting program is opening up with a PT in my area. (San Francisco Bay Area) Will be doing Bone marker tests as well. Gonna beat this!
Marodyne is a whole body vibration platform. Watch Dr. Doug's "conclusion" video on WBV devices (he has a few videos on them, but the conclusion will save you time). He goes thru the studies and the misleading results. PowerPlate is better!
@@shar7508- lookup Marodyne liv (low intensity vibration platform) and it has lots of clinical research behind it. Helps convert bone narrow cells into bone, and helps stop loss. I'm also taking Acal as it has the right mix of suppliments rather than buy them each seperately. These are only part of what I'm doing, but everything (except the meds) helps!
@flameofthewest6196, I also got the marodyne platform. However, I have now heard a recent study has shown it doesn’t increase bone mineral density. Very disappointing as I have been using religiously twice a day for 10 minutes a session. Would love to find out if this is a myth. I also do the LIFTMOR exercises and take all of those vitamins plus boron. I am hoping to beat it too!
Thank you for these videos! I was diagnosed with osteoporosis (-2.7) on August 2023 at 56yo. I panicked and a friend going through osteoporosis refereed me to her doctor. He immediately put me on Zolendronic acid IV yearly application. Literally I had a week to decide which way to go. Now that I have more information I have second thoughts and regrets. I’ve decided to stop the drug treatment. I am scared of the side effects. And my dentist told me that there is a 5 years window with just this one IV drug to get out of my body without harming it. Five years of anguish. Would anything wrong happen if I stop it? I had changed my life style. I workout every day with weights. Use the vibration plate I eat better. I take vIt D (it was very low) I am about to start estrogen replacement. (Went through Hysterectomy and ooforectomy on 2018). Thanks again for these excellent videos. Greetings from Mexico City
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Many (maybe most) of them DO NOT facilitate healing, a healthy customer is a LOST customer. Repeat customers/“patients” keep them in business. Yes…they’re basically/mostly legal (big pharma-approved) drug pushers. There’s a documentary called Making a Killing and a book called Death by Medicine. They’re chock full of truth! Wishing you wellness/wholeness and peace of mind…all the best from San Francisco. 💫
I am now 29 years old, at 27 years old, I had 5 vertebral fractures, this was the first time I got pregnant, I did 3 prolia injections , and 1 acclasta. I know this is a rare case at my age, I have gone through very difficult days. I still find it very difficult to do a lot of things, I want to have a perfect life again.
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I had a DEXA at 29 yrs old, and was found to have a T score of -2.63 lumbar spone, and around -1.7 for hip. In the space of a year, I managed to reverse the lumbar T score well back into osteopenia range (hip no change). I kept working at it, but at age 36 I developed severe ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia. About 18 months later it had become so bad I was confined to bed all day (except to go to the toilet, which I even regulated fluids to minimise how often I had to get up - too many times and I'd deteriorate more). It's now 7 years later, with all that time spent confined to my bed, haven't seen outside world for 5 years I don't meed a DEXA to know that I would have very severe bone density issues by now. Neither my doctor, nor endocrinologists have anything to offer me (re: the whole drug problem when I'm so young). I'm absolutely terrified, unable to find any way through this, and just wondering when the day will be that I might roll over in bed and fracture my hip. I would appreciate any suggestions at all, anything!! Thank you.
@@dotjeff4543 I feel like my gut is pretty good... no symptoms or issues with certain foods. Having said that I've pretty much been keto and OMAD (one meal per day) for years, which seems to work for me. Thanks for replying.
@@rebeccahowie623 Just make sure you’re getting all your nutrients on OMAD or through supplements. I’m thin and don’t have a big appetite so I have to make sure the food I do eat is nutrient dense, and I do take lots of supplements.
Great video. I found your video looking for info for my mother in law who has a bad case of spinal osteoporosis. She had suegery to put some cement in, and she is still able to walk, but we are worried she will have another crumbling bone sometime soon (she was in agony before the surgery). At this point it is just about alowing her suffering. She has a risk of stroke too. So its not easy (she is also 80 years old and somwehat overweight).
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I am on an aromatics inhibitor. Is there another way? I had a hormone sensitive cancer. I have been on it 4 years. I already had a complete hysterectomy. My doc never mentioned anything about bone loss till I asked her last week. So she likes me passive.
That’s outrageous. You should have been told exactly what to expect with the treatments you are going through. It isn’t easy to change doctors, but …? I wish you the very best - you’ve been through a lot.
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Always great info Dr Doug! Appreciate you using the breast cancer example. I'm working to heal ovarian cancer, but can equally relate to the aromatase inhibitor bone issues. It's a frustrating situation. Trying to do what I can to stay away from the drugs, but it may be a tool I have to use at some point. Does make me consider taking them before reaching to much bone loss. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Yes, that’s where I am at. I wonder if I should take them now and hope that they along with the impact exercise program I am doing, the supplements and additional protein might stop it from progressing, or whether natural interventions will help without necessitating drugs. What a woeful condition this is and totally confusing when doctors only offer drugs as the way to most effectively manage it.
I had to have a total hysterectomy in my early 20s so i was forced through menopause much earlier than most. I was diagnosed with it when i was 49. I was put on reclast last year and ended up in the ER with horrible side effects and now they want me to use prolia. The side effects and your channel is making me not want to even set up appt for prolia. Im now 51
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I hope your doc tells you about the rebound effect when you stop taking Prolia and that you need to take a relay medication. My doc didn't tell me. Just said Prolia is a great med. I researched it and chose not to take it. (Just my opinion)
@FriederikeShepherd no, they didn't tell me anything. I decided I'm not doing it. I'm looking for a Dr who helps the problem, not push pharmaceutical medicines. I swear nowadays it seems like they're being paid to push drugs rather than help patients. So different to how I grew up.
My sister is 78 years old, I am 79. We both have had osteopenia for many years. Both our doctors want us on drugs. I am doing many of the things you have talked about and will test in November. She is on drugs and not doing many of the things you recommend. My question is in your opinion are drugs appropriate for osteopenia?
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I think a big issue is that most physicians are much too fast to hand out a drug instead of helping with lifestyle changes. Drugs are prescribed indiscriminately for anything that is not "normal". This is true of almost every "condition" we can have. My faith in health care providers has evaporated since I worked for a physician in the late 70's. Too much "play by the numbers" which are determined by insurors and big pharma, not by real science.
You’re spot on, mate! 🎯 Very wise of you to NOT trust those allopathic health Scare workers. Big Pharma and their legal (big-pharma approved) drug pushers have done A LOT of harm to people who have trusted them to HELP them to heal. The documentary Making a Killing and the book Death by Medicine are chock full of truth about big pharma and their corrupt practices/crimes against humanity. Be well. Cheers! 💫
@@Dr_DougLucas Thank you for being a compassionate doctor, we need more like you. And that's what makes you special . I am 100% honest in what I have typed to you.
I went FROM osteoporosis to CURED. I’m 76, and my doc is astounded. I increased my D3/K intake during the lockdowns. I’ve always taken good supplements, but increased the D and K, use Metagenics Bone Builder Prime, which has MCHC in it….proven to rebuild bone, and which also has uptake agents in it. Normal now.
Wow, that’s amazing-congratulations on your progress! It’s so inspiring to hear how you took proactive steps with your supplements and achieved such incredible results. Thank you for sharing your story-it gives hope to so many others on their bone health journey!
From🇮🇪☘️ ! I have had a left compressed fracture on 1 low vertebrae and CT has diagnosed as Oesteoporisis …with constant pain.. esp turning when sleeping . Will it ever go away? Awaiting a Dexa Scan . Thanks for your expertise & info .
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My NTX score is 43 which is higher from the july 2023 which was 34. Is this mean that my osteoclast bone loss too fast? How do I prevent from losing more bone? I tried to eat more protein, do some exercise like jump rope and take hrt. I don't really want to take bone med. I am still young (60) want to take the natural way to improve my bone health. What else can I do? My next bone density is nov 2024. Please advice. Thank you.
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Hi Dr. Doug, I am newly diagnosed with osteoporosis at the age of 56, but mine is secondary to Primary Hyperparathyroidism. I will have surgical treatment as soon as they can schedule me. Do you have any experience with people like me? I did a search but couldn't find any references to it. I have subscribed to your channel and appreciate the great info I've seen so far! Thank you!
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two years ago; it's the beginning of osteoporosis but I have it. I'm not going the medicine route; but more natural. I've stopped taking calcium because it's not helping: as I have taken that all my adult life. I'm eating a lot of green vegetables; adding lots of minerals to my diet, an occasionally taking a calcium about every 2 to 3 days: as it has other nutrients in it besides calcium that's good for my bones. I also use a vibration plate, add mini trampoline: weight-bearing exercises: I also have a weight vest that I wear. I do resistance exercises as well as breathing exercises. I had a neighbor who had injections for her osteoporosis and it didn't help her, how long with other medications
Thank you for sharing your journey! It sounds like you’re taking some fantastic steps towards managing your bone health naturally. Your focus on a nutrient-rich diet, weight-bearing exercises, and vibration therapy is truly commendable. Everyone’s experience with osteoporosis is different, and it’s great to hear you’re finding what works for you. It's also important to be informed about all options, including medication, but your proactive approach is inspiring. Keep up the great work, and I wish you continued success on your path to better bone health!
Is there a video that lists the tests that you should ask your doctor for in order to find the root cause of your osteoporosis before going on medications?
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I was diagnosed with osteoporosis at 59, my height was 5'6 3/4. Then I had another bone density test at 60. My height now is 5'5. I wasn't told anything about my score, only recommended shoots or medication. I always ate vegetarian. I did drink coffee, but recently stopped. My mother had osteoporosis and took medication. I would rather do yoga, I started working out with weights and walking. I take calcium and D-k. Can you suggest other methods to do?
Thanks for your show, Dr. Doug. I am almost 70 & I have been diagnosed with osteopenia for the past 20 years. I've researched Fosamax, the drugs my Doctors had wanted me to start on, but the side effects scare me. So, for years I've been on Strontium, a supplement my Dr suggested. I'm not sure if it has helped, but I'm not ready to throw in the hat yet. There may be a supplement that might be helpful, such as L-Lysine. I've recently started this, taking 1500 mg two times a day with food. I'm hoping to see some success. Also, over the past 30 years I have had issues with my left ankle, which I have broken twice & recently while exercising at the gym I recently stressed that ankle & now am wearing a brace. What are your opinions on the path I'm going. Are there other supplements that you may know of that could be useful? Thanks again, Rebecca Freeman
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I am dealing with shock right now. I am much younger than any of these people responding and after a back injury-they tested my bone density-it is -3.1 . I was told that for a person my age we need to examine secondary causes. I don't even know what that means. Here's my question-am I passed the possibility of repairing this without meds? You seemed to be saying under 3. is extreme. My balance, by the way-is amazing. I ski (or did-I won't now) and everyday practice standing on one leg/eyes closed while I brush my teeth. I never fall-I have to admit that I did not take vitamins, nor eat a calcium right diet. I am now doing both. Have you ever heard of someone reversing a -3.1?
I hear you-it’s tough to process such news, especially at a younger age. You're already doing great by addressing your diet and balance-staying consistent is key. I put this link in your other comment but definitely checkout The OsteoCollective, we can discuss this further there. It is a wonderful very supportive group of people --> www.optimalhumanhealth.com/osteocollective
I am 37. Got diagnosed with Osteopenia last year. Lost a bunch of weight, going to the gym 2x a week and using a vibration plate. Swimming 2x a week and lots of walking and biking. (have a knee injury, so I also need to be mindful of that). I am vegan but really careful about my diet, bloodwork is practically perfect and still lost 5% in bone density in a little over a year and am now smack dab in the Osteoporosis range. This is seriously scary!
Lorraine, will you please tell me “ exactly “ which vibrator plate you bought, plus how you knew which to buy ? I saw a video saying to be sure it was “ 30 Hertz “ whatever that means. Before I purchase something, I would like to get your intake first, if you don’t mind. Thank you very much, Lorraine.❤️
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I’m confused about the breast cancer example . I’m 61, post menopausal with Er\Pr+ breast cancer with osteoporosis. I was recommended to take Tamoxifen which at this point I have said no to . How does Tamoxifen affect osteoporosis?
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I had cancer , now I have diagnosed with osteoporosis on my left hip, my oncologist put me in every 6 months shut , I’m changing my diet to helps improve this condition, I’m 70 years old and I don’t want to be on drugs! Any suggestions? Please should I go do exercises?
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I’m 52 years old female, and I was diagnosed with osteoporosis since I was 36 years old, no fracture, idiopathic as there’s no known reason for it. I took prolia after 44 then switched to Forteo 2 years,as my BMD was -4.8 in my femur neck then back again to prolia for the last 5 years, My BMD is-2,9 and spine-1.7 But with menopause and the need to change prolia I feel so confused what to choose for the next step
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On aromataze inhibitor due to breast cancer diagnosis 3 years ago.Last dexa scan indicated I,m osteopenic-previous normal bone density.Is it worth while to take aromataze inhibitor for another 2 years as the oncology drs.suggest,thereby increasing my risks for future hipfractures?I very much doubt it.I,m currently 68 years old.
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I had a breast cancer diagnosis twenty years ago. Then five years after I had to have uterus and ovaries removed. So I have been doing really high standard of health promoting lifestyle . Including a WBV. (Intermittent use at time) Now at 65 fifteen years of no oestragen.. .I'm told I'm borderline oesteoporosis. I'm back on WBV every evening. Would you have come across this scenario before? Any suggestions?
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It's only reversible if you can tolerate the diet and the exercise and everything else. Including the medications which I cannot tolerate medications at all.
Im confused what to follow. I'm on TSH suppression due to Papillary thyroid microcarcinoma. I suspected my levothyroxine caused my Osteopenia, frozen shoulders & lost menstruation at 48. So without consulting my doctor I immediately stopped levo for more than a month now. I'm ok so far. On the other hand my other Dr (rehab Dr) RX me Alendronic acid last Feb for my Osteopenia which until now I'm hesitant to start bec of the side effect of esophageal ulcer. Im not sure about when to resume levo and if I shld start Alendronic acid. What I want now is to have radiation therapy for my thyroid CA so that don't have to worry about thyroid CA coming back bec I stopped my levo. I'm thinking of having a consult w/ an oncologist abt that radiation. Just sharing. Thank U for ur very informative videos.💙
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Thats me. Stage 3 breast cancer on Anastozole 7yrs and osteopenia and spinalosis in neck. Bones are crumbling and im wondering what your thought on Zometa is?
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@Dr_DougLucas ummmm seriously.....the link you sent makes you make an account and join ect. Clearly your channel is NOT for helpful dialog or even a basic answer! Got it.
I’m in Australia 70 now last four years physio is my drug and hard physical work three times a week plus for fun thi chi and aqua yoga ….now heaps vid d 3 k2 etc …I got mine from ok g term a year prednisone five years ago ….dr said yes this cause it so NEVER any drugs for me…oh I,ride my horse three times a week too !
I am 79 …went from osteopenia 9 yrs ago to -2.7. I have in the last 3 yrs increased my supplements of d3 k2 b12 and my diet improved. No other medications.
I am working on weight bearing PT and balance. I had kemo 2014. My goal now is to reverse my osteoporosis. I am a strong woman wanting to do this.
You are wonderful! a Warrior! a Powerful Woman
Yes! Thank you for sharing this!
Keep at it girl
Well done not sure if Letrozole caused my early stage ostheopenia prescribed over a year ago after breast cancer surgery have been thinking of increasing D3 subliment Small amount in calcium supplement prescribed by hospital have noticed a few people have turned diagnostis around with extra vitamin intake
Thank you again! I shared with you that I reversed my osteoporosis. I am doing osteoporosis strong and weight bearing. I was 68 when I found out now 70. Some days I just need encouragement. I watch your videos to get what I need. Thank you for doing what you do for all of us. Great information which helps and encourages.💕 l refuse to give up.
🥹you gave me hope! Thanks 🎉How often do you exercise ? I’m on my 30’s with osteoporosis
Good for you and I’m working on it too! I refuse to give in to big pharma.
I checked out Osteo strong and it was too expensive plus it was a very long drive for me, so I had to give up on that idea.
I started Osteostrong 4 months ago....hoping it works!
May I ask, what is osteo strong?
35 years ago my doctor recommended I take Fosomax...I asked her if she would and she said NO! So here I am at 83 and have taken nothing although my bone loss indicates I have osteoporosis. I have never broken a bone. I began extensive weight-bearing exercises 5 years ago and believe I am healthy. I will never take the horrific drugs. Once you begin you have to continue for the rest of your life.
Thank you for sharing your experience with this!
Same for my mom. She's 86.
Well done you can do it with weight bearing and good food👍😊
Thank you so much for your testimonies it's encouraging
Excellent ! 72yo, had my DX and REMs, no drugs for me until I have increased protein, weight training/exercise/supplements/sleep/ stress and researched everything I can. Your channel is encouraging. Signed up Master class. Authentic and concise Dr Doug Lucas. Thank you. Canada.
May I know where in Canada you had a diagnosis by REMS? In Toronto, I can't find a clinic.
Dr Lucas can't consult patients in Canada, unfortunately.
Me too! I am 67 yo and shocked - except I really aged taking care of my mom and the level of stress. I told my NP I am NOT taking pharma. She does not believe you can reverse osteoporosis and I believe I can.
I weight train and also wear a weighted vest when I walk.
@@AskPiaAkashicb b in lovely
@@AskPiaAkashic Yay! Good for you!! I've been on a few Dr.'s UA-cam channels & they too, said it can be reversed. I believe it can as well!! I also have osteo...& do Not take pharma!! I'm doing Heel drops & Stomps which Dr. Lucas said Heel drops do work. I just started doing them since last month so it will take awhile. I hope I see a difference. I'm 72 y.o. ~ lets keep on Truckin'! lol!
Thank you for sharing this! I greatly appreciate all of your support
Good news. My NP told me it is not reversible. I absolutely believe I will reverse it. I hit the gym for strength/weight training and we do have a Power Plate which I use. And I gave up alcohol a year ago!
What vibration plate are you using? How did you choose? Thank you!
Good for you!!
I reversed osteopaenia, (early stage or osteoporosis), so reversal & improvement is certainly possible. I am on hrt, which likely helped.
@helenahandkart1857 my dr got me on hrt too. And I'm being very intentional about pushing weights and getting run/walks in more often..
I fell HARD on the ice a little over a year ago, which was after the October 2022 dexa that I never got results on til a year later, and I was fine ( other than tore my groin muscle). So I'm using this as motivation to work out more, eat better. Praying next scan has better #'s.
@@jill5454is it BIO IDENTICAL?
67..just diagnosed with mild osteoporosis. Great info. Resisting fosomax..cant wait to see your other videos and masterclass..God given resource!
Thank you for watching!
I am 63 years old was diagnosed with osteoporosis three years ago started Osteo strong three months ago and started alfecal supplements and now I have finally reversed my osteoporosis
That’s amazing progress-congratulations on reversing your osteoporosis! 🎉 Keep up the great work and stay consistent with your routine-your story will motivate many others on their bone health journeys! 💪🦴
Thank you! I am 44 and have T scores in the -3 range. I had to have my ovaries removed and went into surgically induced menopause at 31. I found out around 36 that I have a genetic clotting disorder when I had a PE and had to come off of my HRT. They’ve tried to tell me I have to start prolia and take it until I die. I’ve completely changed my life and go for my next DEXA scan in May. Hopefully those numbers will be better.
Hi. I am in menopause since 32. Been diagnosed with osteoporosis at 40 and since then on HRT. T scores -3 since age 40. I started carnivor diet (ruminant meet, eggs and butter) 2 months ago and I feel so good (mentally and physically). I feel stronger so I walk every day at least 4 km and do resistance traininig few times a week. I also take supplements vit D3, K2 and animal collagen. I am positive that I will reverse my osteoporosis. So keep strong and do all you can and what is GOOD 4 U.
Thank you for sharing this!
I am 68 and was diagnosed with Osteopenia a year ago, and was told to start taking the injection, Prolia twice a year. I said no thank you to the drug because of the side effects that I read about. I take vitamin D3 5000 once a week, and Vitamin D3 2000 IU and Calcium daily. Plus I go to the gym 3 times a week. Praying that my numbers will get better instead of worse.
@@kindheart1188 Make sure you take vitD with fat. Also K2 (MK-7) is recommended with vitD. Resistance training is the best. Proteins from meat for bone density. All the best!
@@mh88864 What do you mean, "vitD with fat?" Will the label day, "Vitamin D3 with fat?" Thanks for the feedback!
I have fractured my 4th and 5th vertabrae in my back and wpuld like to add excercise to my program but am afraid I will cause more harm to my back. I am in constant pain and get nauseas from any pain medication . I cannot walk.upright unless I have taken a very strong pain tablet. I do feel as if my life has ended and also am dependent on state hospitals for help which is not very helpful. It is hard to stay positive in these circumstances but I am.grateful for people like you who try and help and give sound advice. Thanhk you dr lLucas!
look up Stuart McGill.
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1.Before you are able to turn your condition around, move to only slip-resistant comfortable shoes. Don't wear socks when going up and down stairs. Avoid things that contribute to risks of falling, like chairs on wheels.
Thank you for sharing this!
That’s what I am doing. Preventing fall as much as possible. Still eat as recommended and go to the gym and also bought a plate.
@@3Meitli A plate?
Amazing video!! First I have seen of yours, and that's weird, because today in the mail I got the results of my DEXA SCAN!! It says I have osteoporosis in my left hip, and I need to go to the follow up appointment with my doctor! I will be 72 next week, and was going to Google and check WebMD to learn what to do about it!! I appreciate this video and want to do as much as possible that is natural and not medication. Liked when you said get protein and Amino acids preferably from animal sources!! A little over 2 years ago I went to a carnivore way of eating and have had AMAZING healing of many health issues!! I subscribed to your channel and plan on checking out the links you mentioned!! God bless you for ALL you are doing to really help people to get better, and not just take the meds!! ❤🤗🙏🙏
Thank you so much for sharing this! We are so glad you are here, I greatly appreciate your support!
Thank you for your time and information. This is so helpful and calming. I was notified by phone and offered a drug. I totally was freaked out and scared. Thank you for the encouraging words and work you are doing. I am 61 and am prioritizing my lifestyle.
Thank you for sharing this! We are so glad you have found us.
Thank you for talking about breast cancer and osteoporosis. I’m currently on a biphosphonate because of being on an estrogen suppressant. I’m not happy about it, but I know it’s the right course of treatment. I’m looking forward to the day when I can stop. In the meantime, I’m doing everything I can to help my bones through diet, supplements, and exercise.
Thank you for sharing this!
unfortunately, you cannot stop taking the medications...they offer new ones after you finish.
Okay………I’ve increased my beef consumption. I’m increasing my protein but I still can’t figure out how I’m going to get the required protein without getting heftier and heftier! 😂 I’m going just a little crazy from watching a bunch of UA-cam videos but I felt it was necessary to get an idea of what’s out there. -Okay, so I’m now watching your videos exclusively. I am so opposed to Prolia and two of my doctors are really “pushing” me to take it. I took Fosamax several years ago and started having so much pain in my femurs. The doctor said that couldn’t be the fosamax but it got to where I couldn’t stand the pain any more so I quit the fosamax and my femur bones did get better. I have a pretty extensive medical history…have kidney disease too. I really, REALLY believe strongly that I can get improvements with proper diet and exercise. I also take several meds and Remicade infusions for psoriatic arthritis. I know you can’t begin to diagnose me but your videos give me the most courage. I actually love working out because it makes me feel so good. I have excellent doctors who are very helpful BUT they say exercise and diet won’t work. I will rely on a lot of your information but, of course, I certainly won’t blame you or anyone else if my trying fails. Now I am ready to sign up for your course! You’re stuck with me now! (Don’t blow it 🤭)
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hi ellen I feel the same as you do, I'm checking myT scores for the last five dexas and I'm off OP drugs, I took evenity for one year, now I'm doing weight bearing exercises and resistance training, along with eating good foods that are low in oxalates. keep it going
The game changer for me was when I started taking 4000 of Nattokinase , Vit D3 & 400 Vit k2.
Didn't know I had osteoporosis until after I fell anx broke my hip at 65 years. Then found I had 5 spinal fractures. I've adapted my lifestyle as much as I can. I would encourage anybody to follow your advice. Thank you for all your help.
same here regarding the broken femur at 60
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Thank you. I've neglected to deal with this issue because I want it to go away. Thank you for emphasizing the need to be proactive .
Thank you for watching!
Plz don't wait until menopause to be screened for osteoporosis. If you have a family history or any contributing factors get screened early. I was told not to worry about it until menopause and had my first DEXA at 53. I had full blown osteoporosis. Drs don't recommend early detection because insurance companies won't cover the cost. I would have gladly paid the $200 or $300 dollars to have the scan early if I was told it could save my life. Thank you for helping to educate women and encouraging them to be proactive in their healthcare decisions.
I got my first scan at age 40 because I had a hysterectomy at 31and it turns out I have osteopenia (the precursor to osteoporosis). I asked for the scan because I had started hearing about teen girls getting osteoporosis after having trans surgery and having hysterectomies. So any time a female has an end to their cycle, whether it's natural or medical, it can result in osteoporosis.
Yes, very well said. Thank you so much for sharing this!
@@commenter5901 I was absolutely unaware of what you just stated. I had a hysterectomy at 44. Ugh. I am 64 and have been diagnosed with osteoporosis. The more I looked into the medication, I decided not to take it. It is time for me to get tested again so I’ll see how it’s doing….❤
@@commenter5901gosh that is scary stuff (trans stuff). Wishing you well.
So what is the natural way of treating osteoporosis? I am 57 and have this but have low testosterone?
Im 72 and very healthy. But just diagnosed. DO NOT want drugs !!
Just joined a gym. Will reverse this!!!
Yes!!
Thyroid is very important.
I'm 60 thru menopause yep osteoporosis. I don't want drugs.
😊a@@roberthanusen23
Also look into getting a vibration machine
Thank you so much for all your videos & education. I am 79 and have had osteopenia for 4 years.My Endocrinologist believes that medication is the ONLY answer. She emphatically stated recently that 'exercise does not build bone.’ Since osteoporosis is only present in my forearms (x2 yrs), and the possible SE of Rx drugs are too many from my perspective….I declined that treatment. I am following your recommendations. The Dr & I have parted ways.
UM … I read somewhere that osteo in the forearms can result from hyperparathyroidism. Maybe check that out with a new doctor?
Thank you so much for sharing this. I am glad you enjoyed this video!
Smart to leave that ‘doc’ ….
Such commen sense info. Thanks. By gut feeling, this is the route I took when diagnoses at 50 (I'm almost 57.) Just as in examples, I got a call after what I thought would be a baseline DXA and warning, that I should take Boniva. Three yrs into menapause and w/a family hx, I guess it made sense, but still... I so wish I'd been offered HRT instead. ... I haven't reversed my OP w/ my natural approach, but I've made some positive progress/held steady, which is still a win.
Thank you for sharing this!
Ok 67 years old, had my first DEXA scan couple weeks ago. My Dr is out of office on medical leave til June, I'm scheduled then. Another Dr from office had his nurse call me and told me I have osteoporosis and need medication and he would send to my pharmacy. First of all I was shocked and no nothing about osteoporosis. I'm waiting till I see my Dr in June. I've watched your videos on this and I thank you. Frustrated and feel like that was so unprofessional, a phone call from nurse.
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How about an email that tells me to go online to My Chart where I read the results of any lab tests, office visits, etc.? I’m 77, went through menopause early at 36 after a hysterectomy. I was told I would be okay because I still had my ovaries. Guess what? Some ovaries quit working due to the trauma of the surgery and that is what happened to me. Luckily, my late husband was a physician because four years later my new GP missed the fact that at 40 I was in menopause. It was my husband who read my lab paperwork and told me. I never went back to that doctor. I was put on Fosomax but eventually there were warnings of that drug deteriorating jaw bones in some people so I quit taking it. Nine months ago I fell while walking, bounced 3 times on my right hip and fractured the ball of my femur so had a partial hip replacement. I was lucky to be moved into a brand new physical therapy hospital in St. Louis for 12 days and I really pushed them to go above and beyond because I live in another state in a big house by myself and I take care of a steep double lot and house by myself except for mowing and snow removal. I have not missed a day of hip exercises, 6 days a week since my operation plus I lift weights every other day. I’ve always tested on the Dena as having osteopenia but my Dexa in two weeks surely will say I have osteoporosis. Can anyone bounce their hip three times on concrete and not break it? 😅 My doctor already told me that there was a drug infusion so I guess I better get my arguments ready and try to reverse some of this on my own.
At 53 Dexa was great. Good bones. At 59 osteopenia in hip and femoral neck. -1.7 reading. Today at almost 64 with exercise, supplements , diet and HRT my bone density has increased on all measures. No longer osteopenia on hip. Although, My
femoral neck has increased bone density it isn’t enough. Still -1.7. I’m happy about the increases. I did this all on my own without any proper help from MDs as they don’t really know much about it. Just started one legged swats for my femoral neck. Very hard. Any advice from anyone on this.
I have osteoporosis in hip -2.5 may I ask you what kind of exercise do you do and what kind of supplements, diet and HRT? Thank you.
@@paulineyu4472 HRT: estradiol, progesterone and testosterone. Supplements: Algae Calium, vit. D,K, boron, magnesium, melatonin and low dose strontium citrate(controversial), B complex, fish oil.
Diet: Mediterranean with a lot of olive oil and greens and probably more protein than normal for that diet.
Exercise: Power yoga with long held swats, some classes with weights, once a week an hour of one legged yoga balance class. extra seats during the day, walk daily plus 2 hours of hiking on weekend in the hills if we can. No jumping. I have severe degenerative disc issues.
@@EvelynSchmechtigCochran
That is seriously impressive .
Well done.
@@marykavanagh9792 It has been 5 years of hard work. I get HRT outside of my medical HMO. They were taking me off HRT, which I think contributed. The place I go works on health optimization. I was very ill for 3 years after I had subacute thyroiditis. I wasn’t able to recover or gain weight so went outside my system for help with the thyroid. They place I found manages all my hormones. I got lucky. The exercise and the rest I figured out on my own by doing research. It been 5 years. I still am working on getting the femoral neck in the normal range. It has increased density but not enough. My friend had osteopenia @ 65. It was stable for years. The medical provider system (same one I am) on took her off estrogen. Now she has osteoporosis- full blow. She is 69. They offered her a bisphosphonate. She refused that but requested HTR instead, which they reluctantly gave her. She is hoping it keeps her from losing more bone. The key is to do your research and find providers who understand all of this and are willing to work with you and do regular tests, etc. I pay extra for the care I get. I hope to still afford it once I retire. Good luck. Dr. Doug has a lot of good information and several programs for folks. Wish he was around 5 years ago. Would have saved me a or of time researching.
@@paulineyu4472if I were you I’d get into a program like Dr. Doug offers or find a specialist near you.
I just found out that I crossed over for about 10 years of osteopenia to osteoporosis. I am 77 and have had many bone fractures in the last 10 years. I was prescribed Fosamax. I have gone to the regularly for about 12 + years about 5 days a week. During the early stages of menopause I took hormone replacement. Menopause complete at age 45 years old. And on hormones for about 6 years.
R u saying that despite hrt and weight training u continued to have bone loss?
Thank you for sharing this!
I'm 76 and just diagnosed with osteoporosis - with a T score of -3.5. My doctor wanted to put me on Prolea. I just couldn't do it. I go to PT 2x/wk, and I hired a personal trainer 2x/wk. I'm taking Algae Cal system, and Native Path Bone Collagen Peptides. Trying to eat prunes and figs. I hope I'm doing the right thing.
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Thank you doctor for your honesty! I don't have osteoporosis, but it’s great to know the treatment and truth. Because we all get more mature (older ) and must know the options. Absolutely valuable information ! Thanks
Yes, I agree! I am glad you enjoyed this video!
Same here. I am in my 40s. Have got some wear on my bottom vertebrae, so I would like to monitor it.
@@Jalleur14325 Thank you for sharing!
I always said, being honest is the best thing a person can do. Another way to have a clear conscience.
Thank you for talking about breast cancer and osteoporosis. In 2021 I was 51years old when I get diagnosis with triple negative breast cancer I went to 2 rounds of chemo treatments while I was on treatment during one my bone density my oncologist told me I have osteoporosis to start with prolia which was on Oct 2022 but he never discuss a plan for how long,I need to stay on this med Thank you so much for explaining.
Thank you for sharing this, I am glad this video was helpful!
My Osteostrong offers REM in Minnesota. I'm not sure if it's for members only or not. Very grateful they have purchased the screening tool for annual follow ups.
Thats great! Thank you for sharing this
My functional medicine doctor told me the tests are based on 30-year-olds bone scans.
I reversed my osteoporosis with vitamins. I used the vitamin regimen from a book called “Death by Calcium”.
Dr. Doug - I’m very thankful to find a new source of information
I did take calcium with vit K2 in it but don't know what reversed my spine for time being. Error might have been part of it, but I also worked out hard for a year with heavy weights and changed diet to more protein when I could (not perfect) Went from -2.9 to -2.1. Levels have been fine, Vit D etc and calcium had been lower but now not mid range but just under. My Gyn thought 64 was too "young" for drugs which made me smile but I was still nervous.
Thank you for sharing this!
Just with vitamins? Wow! Can I ask what vitamins? Is the info outdated bc the book was written years ago?
Did you also cut all dairy?
@@shar7508 I did not cut dairy - but don't eat much dairy anyway, cheese occasionally and cream in my coffee, low carb and almost no sugar. I am physically active. My dentist recommend the book 2 years ago when I was originally diagnosed because I was in the middle of a dental implant and she didn't want me taking the meds. I am still following the vitamins as outlined in the book. My bone density scan has been 100% both times since starting the vitamins.
For osteoporosis~Thoughts on adding vitaminK2 (MK-7) to D3? Thoughts on collagen powder with Fortiborne? Drinking bone broth? Prunes? Boron can be toxic~at what level?
We have a video on Vitamin K and one on Prunes as well. Checkout the two videos below:
"Is Vitamin K the Magic Bullet for Osteoporosis Reversal? K1 vs K2 and MK-4 vs MK-7."
"Best Fruit for Osteoporosis: Snack Your Way to Bone Health and Gut Health"
Awesome video My hubby was just diagnosed he 75 years old with this he doing keto and exercise glad I found your video
Was keto diet recommended?
@@Nadicasloan no it wasn’t we just wanted get healthy
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I am a 76 year old woman.
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis in April 2023, while have scans for an upcoming surgery. They found a compression fracture at L4. I had a DEXA done that showed Lumbar Spine (L1-L4): Bone mineral density is 0.980 g/cm2 which corresponds to a young adult T-score of -1.7 which lies in the osteopenia range.
Both hips had a T score of -3.3 with a Major osteoporotic fracture 34.1%, hip fracture 15.3%.
Because of the upcoming surgery the osteoporosis was temporarily put on the back burner. I had been taking prescription anti acids since 2015, not knowing about the bone these drugs can cause. My surgery was to repair a hiatal hernia. Since the surgery, I no longer take any anti acids.
Due to esophagus damage my PC doctor does not feel I should take any oral osteoporosis medication and suggest possible infusions. I saw him in December of 2023 and nothing has been decided. Would further testing be of value in deciding what I should do? I have taken calcium and vitamin D3 for many years and have added vitamin K. Where do I go from here?
In the last few years I have fallen several times and haven’t broken any bones. I have done some PT to try to reduce fall risk.
At this point I’m really confused.
PT is very good idea
Balance is key.
What is REMS
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I am so sorry what you went through and no person should have to do through it , and the doctors
should take responsibility and help each of their patients . I had Acid Reflux , I feel I'm healed from it.
I was concerned with Esophagus and I have an "EGD test done, every 6 months and I just recieve my
result and Esophagus is healed . I am concerned with my hiatal hernia , I wonder if Chiropractor could
work with the hiatal Hernia and see how big it is now.
@@debbiec6216 I don’t know anything about a chiropractor healing a hiatal hernia. I went the surgery route and have been very happy with the results. I have not had one bout of reflux in the 11 months since the surgery. My neighbor did mention to me that her chiropractor healing her hernia. I didn’t ask any questions about the process, since I had already gone through the surgery.
The osteoporosis still hasn’t really been addressed. I had an appointment with my doctor 2 weeks ago, he feels I should do the yearly infusions. He wasn’t sure if he could order them or if I would need have to be referred to an endocrinologist. I have another appointment with him in 3 months. I am not really in favor of the. Infusions, but that might be my only option. I have heard there are better tests than the DEXA out there that will give more information. The last EDG I had done showed the Barrets esophagus had healed.
Good luck with your journey to fix your hernia and get rid of the reflux. Gastro issues are no fun.
I've had osteopenia for seversl decades and was just diagnosed with osteoporosis. I'm 72 and my doctor wants to give me injections of Prolia. After dealing with cancer from 3016 to 2020, I'm concerned.
Chemo and radiation really took it out of me. And, mow this!
I've broken my left wrist and have a plate in it and fractured a bone in my right arm that has healed.
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I wish people knew the history of osteopenia. Started with a pharmacist that came up with a great idea that if they could identify one more page before the process, David McMillian's medication. He invented the word osteopenia, which actually only means before osteoporosis. You don't have osteoporosis until your numbers are -2.0. It is absolutely reckless for a doctor to recommend bisphosphonates of any kind for osteopenia! And even after you actually have osteoporosis, I would never recommend taking them! They have a black-box warning on them
Thank you so much. Unfortunately I started with bisfosfonate yesterday, but I think there is still a lot to learn and do, to improve my bone health and overall health. I will look at more of your videos,change my diet, buy a vibration board and try some impact training.
I wish I had seen this video before starting with medicine but now this is where I am at and I will try my best to learn more and thus get better. I am 58 years old and I am a dancer but that didn’t help me in this case.
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Thank you Thank you Thank you for addressing the cancer case! I have been wrestling with this issue!
Glad you enjoyed it!
First thing……I am adding to my typical mass of vitamins……Boron, Bone Meal, and researching which vibrator plate I need. I also contacted my P.C. and requested 9 Labs to be done, so now I will wait to see what the doctor says ! I will absolutely NOT take their meds. Am anxious, of course, but READY to get started. Thank you for your advice.❤️ 3-19-2024
Thank you for sharing this! Glad this video was helpful!
If you won't take meds why are you anxious to hear what the docs say??? They're going to prescribe meds.
@@htraindogs I think we are talking oranges and apples. NO, I will not take their medicines. HOWEVER, their LABS will give me more of a level playing field to know what I want to take for my health. People refer to this sometimes, as alternative medicine. There are ways to adjust our diets, specific vitamins and supplements to take. I prefer THIS method, but find it prudent to DO Labs instead of going off on my own half-cocked. I have several life threatening diseases. For 15 years I have treated myself, and my Labs have been terrific….showing me that I am going in the right direction. Knowledge and research are our two most important tools concerning our health, dogs, I hope my explanation resonates with you. Just don’t be one of those people who allows our government’s mantra of “ We need to lower the population dictate to you, or you will be part of the counted “ lowered population “.❤️
@@htraindogsDog, Common Sense says that no one just nilly-willy runs off to get Labs if they want info. They are required to have a prescription for said Labs. THESE LABS may well tell me WHICH supplements will possibly be of help. Et voil’a…..
Thank you.
I am 62.
-4.4 L hip and spine.
Waiting on an Endocrinologist appointment??
Have seen a exercise physiologist.
Start classes next week.
Consulting with a nutritionalist/ natropath tomorrow.
Have increased protein.
Taking Vit D ,calcium andvit K2, plus probiotics.
Will now look at what tests to ask for.
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@Dr_DougLucas I'm in Australia , I bought your book , have listened to a talk on all the meds , why you would use them and why not to use ones, depending on underlying causes.
@@LoisJoos Thank you for your support!
I got hearing loss w Prolia. Prolia got my Dexa values in normal range. When went off my next scan diagnosed me with osteopenia. Reclast infusions only helps a little not enough. Waiting latest scan results.
I am sorry to hear that. Thank you for sharing this!
Thank u! Just diagnosed and I will def follow ur advice.
Thank you for watching!
I like your first point - asking WHY do I have this? I am 71. 7 years ago I was 1 point into osteoporosis and live an active healthy lifestyle, most people think I'm 55. This year T scores were -2.4 and some worse, 24% fracture risk. Doctor said the meds, as usual. I said first can we do a workup to find out more about what is going on? She ordered several labs. Turns out my Immunoglobulin M score was very high - which may be the type of cancer that eats away at bone. I am shocked to say the least because I feel great and all my other labs were great. I have a PET scan scheduled in a few weeks, and more blood work and meeting with hematology/oncology May 1. I am scared. But what if I never asked? And never found out? I am glad I pushed the doctor and hope whatever is causing that blood protein to be so high is something that can be managed. I'm not sure if all the natural treatments would still help? So people, keep asking! Don't accept "cookie-cutter" treatment from doctors. Each case should be investigated individually. Get screened around age 50 for a baseline. Healing vibes and prayers welcome! Thank you.
I hope things work out for you. I sympathise with your situation and agree that doctors should be trying to work out why a person has osteo. This means a range of testing to determine if it’s primary, secondary or tertiary osteo. If by the M score you received you mean MGUS, I was diagnosed with this too but only after visiting another doctor (mine was not available at the time) and he said he wanted to run some tests for celiac. What he did not tell me was that he was actually testing for the M cell count as well because it can lead to the serious bone cancer you have mentioned … IF it progresses. I was told that they don’t know what causes this high M protein (which affects the plasma cells in the bone marrow), why it progresses in some people and not others and that there’s a fair portion of the population who have it but don’t know it. I was also told there’s no treatment for MGUS and all they can do is to monitor it to check to see if it is progressing. When I had my next blood test for it 18 months later, it showed no MGUS. I put this down to the only thing that seems the logical intervention and that was using the Marodyne vibration plate (which acts to stimulate cells in the bone). I have had another blood test since and still need to check that Im still clear of it. In your situation, just get the results first and then your doctors will discuss what needs to happen. If it’s any comfort, the T-scores you are mentioning don’t sound like the M protein has gotten to the point of danger because when it has progressed, it does start causing tremendous problems for bone. I wish you all the best - these sorts of worrying “discoveries” are unnerving, especially if you feel okay and are still active.
Thank you so much for sharing all of this. I completely agree with you!
Thank you so much for your reply. Your words are comforting. @@magpiegirl3783
Good for you! Involved patients like you have better outcomes.
Weaned myself off of Fosamax after 1 year as it caused jaw problems. I am now increasing my protein, taking calcium hydroxyapatite and using a progesterone cream. Will be 70 in June.
Thank you for sharing this!
A friend of mine cured her Osteoporosis with the fallowing herbs. Most of these herbs s come from Susan Weed a well known herbalist in the 70/80ties. So they are horse tail, 0at straw , alfalfa, . Red clover , nettle . I ran into her years later still no osteoporosis. I take them sometimes. But have moved to bone strengthening tablets.
add Estradiol. You can get OTC in low doses (1mg per 1ml). Estriol is useless.
Thank you Dr Doug I take letrazole for breast cancer and was prescribed adcal D3 and aldronic acid. Stopped taking them after doing my own research. I am 73 and the side effects were making me miserable. I will always take letrazole as fear of breast cancer worries me more than osteoporosis.
Thank you for sharing this!
I am a 76-year-old man recently diagnosed with gleason 8 prostate cancer and was put on Lupron on Feb 28th of this year. I was recently diagnosed with osteopenia. I know soon they are going to want to put me on drugs for my bones. What I would like to know is can I turn this around naturally or can I try to turn it around when I quit the Lupron and bone medication and get my testosterone back (hopefully)? I have no other health issues and I have been working out with weights most of my life. I have also tried to eat healthy most of my life. I have watched all your videos. Thank you for all the information you give.
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Thank you for your videos ! I will check out your playlist on 55 was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis two months ago, It’s been two years now I have been diagnosed with APS, I have had two strokes, one PE, i’m definitely scared and looking for ways to strengthen my bones it’s no coincidence that I just stumbled on your website☺️
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What about K2MK7 ,Calcium, Vitamin D3, Magnesium, need to know your take on this , as I take them all. Diagnosed last year, late 60s. Also looking into exercise to help my condition. Thanks.
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supplements are not health promoting; mostly very toxic. D supplements are known to be inflammatory. D is not a vitamin but a pro-hormone; not something to be taken lightly. Calcium supplements will eventually clog your arteries. Non which you mention are needed if you eat the proper human diet which is animal based.
I'm so happy I found you Dr Doug!
I am so happy you found this channel as well! Thank you for watching!
Thanks so much Dr Doug for putting your videos out there to help people like me who are given only part of the information when getting a diagnosis of Osteoporosis. I'm 58 and just diagnosed with Osteoporosis after having my second bone fracture from "minimal trauma" - thankfully both fractures (one in 2019 and one 15 weeks ago) were the fibula. But this one has taken 15 weeks to get 80% healed - 15 weeks in a moon-boot! At the side of the fracture it is still not healed. I have been given Fosamax and plan to take it until I can get the natural things to reverse the osteo! Planning to start a specific exercise regime here in Australia called ONERO - using heavy weights and impact training. But need this fracture a bit more stable before I start that. I will do your free masterclass too - I want to do this naturally. I have another 30 years to manage (my Mum is still going strong at 89 - although she did have to use Fosamax!) - so we must get on top of this Osteoporosis and get off the drug.
Thank you so much for sharing this! We are here to support you in anyway we can. We are glad you are here!
@@Dr_DougLucas Much appreciated.
@@lorelleebens492 You bet!
This was very helpful and thought provoking for taking responsibility for personal health, and taking proactive measures to stay strong and healthy.
Thank you for watching! Glad it was helpful!
I've had osteoporosis since my mid twenties (I guess) with T score of -3,0 (via dexa scan) when I was 31. Can't remember if I got more than Vit D and calcium at the time. For sure I took alendronic acid from age 40 to 48 (about 8 years). Worst T score was -2.8 (L2 and L4) a year ago. Looking forward to the next scan in a couple of months.
Good luck❤
Thank you for sharing this!
@@wocket42 how are you doing now? Did you take any meds during those years?
Hi Dr Doug. This is another brilliant video. I went to Rems,the one you advised me to go to and Im going in 6 months time. Doing everything you have suggested in your Amazing book and from The Master class. Fantastic information. From Bridget,in the U k.❤
Thank you for watching! I am glad you are enjoying them, I greatly appreciate your support!
My mother has been recently diagnosed with this (73) what foods should she eat ?
Hi! Checkout the video on my channel called "Top 3 Foods for Osteoporosis!"
I am 64 and learned last year in August that my lower spine was -2.7 , I was on pantoprazole since 2016 , I have quit that medication since ,I was also diagnosed with uterine pre cancer stage 2 and uterine and bladder prolapse , pantoprazole was the only drug I was taking , could it have brought on all of these conditions ? and now what should I do especially for osteoporosis ? Thank you for addressing this issue and being there for us , I live in Canada and our health system is piss poor , we can not ask for certain testing unless we pay for it , so if you don't have money and are dependent on the health system well you get what the government pays for .
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Hello! I am a very healthy 74 year old youthful woman. Small boned, blue eyes and natural blonde hair. Take no medications. Eat healthy and I have a wonderful active life. I had 7 fractures last year and ended in a rehab center for PT for 39 days. What a shock! On my own I had a bone scan. Low and behold I have severe stage 4 osteoporosis. Saw my doctor and he prescribed Fomax. I said no. I'm trying to do the natural approach. Basically, I wanted folks to know that this can creep up even if you are in perfect health. I asked my Dr. how we missed this. He said they do not recommend bone scans until you reach 70. Said we probably should have done one then. I am devastated, but working hard to reverse as much as I can. One thing I do everyday, is strap on 2 lb ankle weights and put them on my wrists as well and wear all day. Don't know if it helps, but what the heck? I love this channel and benefit greatly from your expertise and advice! Carolyn
same here...I was pro active since 40, they took no notice
Please check with your doctor! I have read in many places not to wear weights all day. It places too much strain on the muscles.
Watch more Dr. Doug videos!
Oh Mark thank you so much for your reply. I had no idea. I thought I was doing a good thing. I will stop this immediately. I don't want or need anymore damage! Carolyn@@markgoodwin183
Watch the knees ankle weights torcked my knees just saying.
Thanks for letting me know!@@Heather3HO
I'm wondering if I would be in the same camp as the breast cancer example. I'm a 61 year old male and at almost 59 was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. I had chemo the first half of 2022 with hormone therapy, then had an orchiectomy mid 2022. Also had a Prolia shot in mid 2022, then after an MRI due to some severe back, hip, and knee pain showed some metastasis, was started on Xgeva in October 2022 with my last shot being July 2023. I also started taking Nubeqa in July 2022. I had my first Dexa scan in January which showed 0.0 on lumbar L1-L4 and -1.1 on right femur neck. I think the femur neck and hip socket on the right side is where there were some signs of bone metastasis. Results from other scans in January showed continued improvement with lymph nodes continuing to shrink and PSA continuing to be less than .01, so my oncologist was a little more optimistic about life expectancy and prescribed Fosamax. I was not prepared to discuss this with the doctor, so after being cautioned by several people, including my wife, on the Fosamax, I began research and ran across your UA-cam channel. I wanted to try the diet, exercise, and supplements you have suggested first before taking the Fosamax and communicated this to my doctor, who was okay with this approach. Except for the cancer, my health is good to excellent and I am fairly physically active. I would say my strength is back to about 80% of what it was before the cancer treatment. Curious as to your thoughts. It's extremely rare for men with my Gleason score (9) and stage 4 to make it 6 years, so I don't really think my window is that long.
You’ve been through the wringer. I hope for continued improvements and you get through this okay. Just from what I can read here, you’ve had at least 3 Prolia shots? Might be worth checking with you doctor again because once you start taking Prolia, you are supposed to stay on it because of rebound bone loss (losing the bone you gained whilst on it plus more). That’s likely why the doctor wanted you on the bisphosphonate. I’d encourage you to discuss this specifically with the doctor rather than getting histories from other people because your situation is a bit different - and you might not need to stay on Fosomax for a long time. Best wishes and good luck.
Thanks for the encouraging words. I go to the oncologist every 3 months, so I'll at least be better prepared to discuss it on my next visit. I'm also going to ask about the blood testing for the markers of bone health Dr. Lucas discussed in one of his other videos - I have not seen these results in any of my blood tests so far, so I don't think they are testing for that. I'm not sure how long it will take for the Xgeva to be completely out of my system, but suspect it could be over 6 months.@@magpiegirl3783
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I was dxd last year wirh osteoporosis, a shock as I'm really active at 62. Got the marodyne platform, started algecal (as it has the correct mix of D3, Mk-7, calicum) and the Australian Bone Clinic weight lifting program is opening up with a PT in my area. (San Francisco Bay Area) Will be doing Bone marker tests as well. Gonna beat this!
What’s the marodyne platform? Is calcium from algae good? Thanks😊
You are going to beat this!💪❤️
Marodyne is a whole body vibration platform. Watch Dr. Doug's "conclusion" video on WBV devices (he has a few videos on them, but the conclusion will save you time). He goes thru the studies and the misleading results. PowerPlate is better!
@@shar7508- lookup Marodyne liv (low intensity vibration platform) and it has lots of clinical research behind it. Helps convert bone narrow cells into bone, and helps stop loss. I'm also taking Acal as it has the right mix of suppliments rather than buy them each seperately. These are only part of what I'm doing, but everything (except the meds) helps!
@flameofthewest6196, I also got the marodyne platform. However, I have now heard a recent study has shown it doesn’t increase bone mineral density. Very disappointing as I have been using religiously twice a day for 10 minutes a session. Would love to find out if this is a myth. I also do the LIFTMOR exercises and take all of those vitamins plus boron. I am hoping to beat it too!
Thank you for these videos! I was diagnosed with osteoporosis (-2.7) on August 2023 at 56yo. I panicked and a friend going through osteoporosis refereed me to her doctor. He immediately put me on Zolendronic acid IV yearly application. Literally I had a week to decide which way to go. Now that I have more information I have second thoughts and regrets. I’ve decided to stop the drug treatment. I am scared of the side effects. And my dentist told me that there is a 5 years window with just this one IV drug to get out of my body without harming it. Five years of anguish. Would anything wrong happen if I stop it?
I had changed my life style. I workout every day with weights. Use the vibration plate I eat better. I take vIt D (it was very low) I am about to start estrogen replacement. (Went through Hysterectomy and ooforectomy on 2018). Thanks again for these excellent videos.
Greetings from Mexico City
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It seems doctors are not trained to heal their patients but are trained to sell the products of pharmaceutical companies.
Bingo!
Many (maybe most) of them DO NOT facilitate healing, a healthy customer is a LOST customer. Repeat customers/“patients” keep them in business.
Yes…they’re basically/mostly legal (big pharma-approved) drug pushers.
There’s a documentary called Making a Killing and a book called Death by Medicine. They’re chock full of truth!
Wishing you wellness/wholeness and peace of mind…all the best from San Francisco. 💫
Yes, thank you for sharing this!
Great comment. I agree!
So true, sadly!
I am now 29 years old, at 27 years old, I had 5 vertebral fractures, this was the first time I got pregnant, I did 3 prolia injections , and 1 acclasta. I know this is a rare case at my age, I have gone through very difficult days. I still find it very difficult to do a lot of things, I want to have a perfect life again.
Wow you are so young. I hope you have a good dr that will guide you holistically. All the best for a healthy future ❤
There is nevsr perfection....never. take what you get...be greatful...
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try the carnivore diet.
You will get better. People dont release that we have plenty young people with low dexa due to have smoking or vaping.
Thank you. Your advice is reassuring.🌞
Thank you for watching!
Thank you Doc. Your advice is really a big help ❤
Glad you enjoyed this video!
I had a DEXA at 29 yrs old, and was found to have a T score of -2.63 lumbar spone, and around -1.7 for hip. In the space of a year, I managed to reverse the lumbar T score well back into osteopenia range (hip no change). I kept working at it, but at age 36 I developed severe ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia. About 18 months later it had become so bad I was confined to bed all day (except to go to the toilet, which I even regulated fluids to minimise how often I had to get up - too many times and I'd deteriorate more). It's now 7 years later, with all that time spent confined to my bed, haven't seen outside world for 5 years I don't meed a DEXA to know that I would have very severe bone density issues by now. Neither my doctor, nor endocrinologists have anything to offer me (re: the whole drug problem when I'm so young). I'm absolutely terrified, unable to find any way through this, and just wondering when the day will be that I might roll over in bed and fracture my hip. I would appreciate any suggestions at all, anything!! Thank you.
Read the Calcium Paradox and try carnivore diet.
@@dawnelder9046 Thank you for that, I'll check it out.🙏
Getting your gut healthy would help your autoimmune condition and benefit your bones.
@@dotjeff4543 I feel like my gut is pretty good... no symptoms or issues with certain foods. Having said that I've pretty much been keto and OMAD (one meal per day) for years, which seems to work for me. Thanks for replying.
@@rebeccahowie623
Just make sure you’re getting all your nutrients on OMAD or through supplements. I’m thin and don’t have a big appetite so I have to make sure the food I do eat is nutrient dense, and I do take lots of supplements.
Great video. I found your video looking for info for my mother in law who has a bad case of spinal osteoporosis. She had suegery to put some cement in, and she is still able to walk, but we are worried she will have another crumbling bone sometime soon (she was in agony before the surgery). At this point it is just about alowing her suffering. She has a risk of stroke too. So its not easy (she is also 80 years old and somwehat overweight).
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I am on an aromatics inhibitor. Is there another way?
I had a hormone sensitive cancer.
I have been on it 4 years. I already had a complete hysterectomy. My doc never mentioned anything about bone loss till I asked her last week. So she likes me passive.
That’s outrageous. You should have been told exactly what to expect with the treatments you are going through. It isn’t easy to change doctors, but …? I wish you the very best - you’ve been through a lot.
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Thank you for this and all your videos!
Thank you for watching!
Always great info Dr Doug! Appreciate you using the breast cancer example. I'm working to heal ovarian cancer, but can equally relate to the aromatase inhibitor bone issues. It's a frustrating situation. Trying to do what I can to stay away from the drugs, but it may be a tool I have to use at some point. Does make me consider taking them before reaching to much bone loss. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.
Yes, that’s where I am at. I wonder if I should take them now and hope that they along with the impact exercise program I am doing, the supplements and additional protein might stop it from progressing, or whether natural interventions will help without necessitating drugs. What a woeful condition this is and totally confusing when doctors only offer drugs as the way to most effectively manage it.
Thank you for sharing this. I am glad you enjoyed this video!
Knowledge is power! Looking for REM locations in Northern California.?
Join Dr Lucas Team. They helped me find a REM location near me. There are not that many near me. ❤
I've been told there are only 7 in the U.S. People are coming from other countries to get them done!
Hi! We currently only know of locations in the following states: FL, NJ, IL, NC and TX
I had to have a total hysterectomy in my early 20s so i was forced through menopause much earlier than most. I was diagnosed with it when i was 49. I was put on reclast last year and ended up in the ER with horrible side effects and now they want me to use prolia. The side effects and your channel is making me not want to even set up appt for prolia. Im now 51
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I hope your doc tells you about the rebound effect when you stop taking Prolia and that you need to take a relay medication.
My doc didn't tell me. Just said Prolia is a great med. I researched it and chose not to take it. (Just my opinion)
@FriederikeShepherd no, they didn't tell me anything. I decided I'm not doing it. I'm looking for a Dr who helps the problem, not push pharmaceutical medicines. I swear nowadays it seems like they're being paid to push drugs rather than help patients. So different to how I grew up.
My sister is 78 years old, I am 79. We both have had osteopenia for many years. Both our doctors want us on drugs. I am doing many of the things you have talked about and will test in November. She is on drugs and not doing many of the things you recommend. My question is in your opinion are drugs appropriate for osteopenia?
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I think a big issue is that most physicians are much too fast to hand out a drug instead of helping with lifestyle changes. Drugs are prescribed indiscriminately for anything that is not "normal". This is true of almost every "condition" we can have. My faith in health care providers has evaporated since I worked for a physician in the late 70's. Too much "play by the numbers" which are determined by insurors and big pharma, not by real science.
You’re spot on, mate! 🎯 Very wise of you to NOT trust those allopathic health Scare workers. Big Pharma and their legal (big-pharma approved) drug pushers have done A LOT of harm to people who have trusted them to HELP them to heal.
The documentary Making a Killing and the book Death by Medicine are chock full of truth about big pharma and their corrupt practices/crimes against humanity.
Be well. Cheers! 💫
Yes, well said. Thank you for sharing this!
@@Dr_DougLucas Thank you for being a compassionate doctor, we need more like you.
And that's what makes you special . I am 100% honest in what I have typed to you.
I went FROM osteoporosis to CURED. I’m 76, and my doc is astounded. I increased my D3/K intake during the lockdowns. I’ve always taken good supplements, but increased the D and K, use Metagenics Bone Builder Prime, which has MCHC in it….proven to rebuild bone, and which also has uptake agents in it. Normal now.
Wow, that’s amazing-congratulations on your progress! It’s so inspiring to hear how you took proactive steps with your supplements and achieved such incredible results. Thank you for sharing your story-it gives hope to so many others on their bone health journey!
Thank you dr. Doug🎉
Thank you for watching!
From🇮🇪☘️ ! I have had a left compressed fracture on 1 low vertebrae and CT has diagnosed as Oesteoporisis …with constant pain.. esp turning when sleeping . Will it ever go away? Awaiting a Dexa Scan . Thanks for your expertise & info .
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My NTX score is 43 which is higher from the july 2023 which was 34. Is this mean that my osteoclast bone loss too fast? How do I prevent from losing more bone? I tried to eat more protein, do some exercise like jump rope and take hrt. I don't really want to take bone med. I am still young (60) want to take the natural way to improve my bone health. What else can I do? My next bone density is nov 2024. Please advice. Thank you.
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Hi Dr. Doug, I am newly diagnosed with osteoporosis at the age of 56, but mine is secondary to Primary Hyperparathyroidism. I will have surgical treatment as soon as they can schedule me. Do you have any experience with people like me? I did a search but couldn't find any references to it. I have subscribed to your channel and appreciate the great info I've seen so far! Thank you!
Hi! Thank you for sharing, checkout the video on my channel called "Thyroid Health and Osteoporosis | SHOULD YOU TREAT YOUR THYROID?"
@@Dr_DougLucas thanks, but it's not my thyroid but my PARAthyroid glands ("para" meaning behind the thyroid gland.)
Great info! Will take your advice
Thank you for watching!
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two years ago; it's the beginning of osteoporosis but I have it. I'm not going the medicine route; but more natural. I've stopped taking calcium because it's not helping: as I have taken that all my adult life. I'm eating a lot of green vegetables; adding lots of minerals to my diet, an occasionally taking a calcium about every 2 to 3 days: as it has other nutrients in it besides calcium that's good for my bones. I also use a vibration plate, add mini trampoline: weight-bearing exercises: I also have a weight vest that I wear. I do resistance exercises as well as breathing exercises. I had a neighbor who had injections for her osteoporosis and it didn't help her, how long with other medications
Thank you for sharing your journey! It sounds like you’re taking some fantastic steps towards managing your bone health naturally. Your focus on a nutrient-rich diet, weight-bearing exercises, and vibration therapy is truly commendable. Everyone’s experience with osteoporosis is different, and it’s great to hear you’re finding what works for you. It's also important to be informed about all options, including medication, but your proactive approach is inspiring. Keep up the great work, and I wish you continued success on your path to better bone health!
Watching this with fever, chills, aches and pains after Reclast.
Oh no! I am sorry to hear that! Thank you for sharing your experience
Is there a video that lists the tests that you should ask your doctor for in order to find the root cause of your osteoporosis before going on medications?
We actually go into detail on this in our Masterclass and discuss things similar to this in our healthspan nation. Here is the link to our masterclass -->www.optimalbonehealth.com/membership and you can find more information on healthspan nation here --> www.drdouglucas.com/healthspan
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis at 59, my height was 5'6 3/4. Then I had another bone density test at 60. My height now is 5'5. I wasn't told anything about my score, only recommended shoots or medication. I always ate vegetarian. I did drink coffee, but recently stopped. My mother had osteoporosis and took medication.
I would rather do yoga, I started working out with weights and walking. I take calcium and D-k. Can you suggest other methods to do?
Hi! Thank you for sharing this, checkout my latest video on impact training. I also recently published a video on heel drops!
Thanks for your show, Dr. Doug. I am almost 70 & I have been diagnosed with osteopenia for the past 20 years. I've researched Fosamax, the drugs my Doctors had wanted me to start on, but the side effects scare me. So, for years I've been on Strontium, a supplement my Dr suggested. I'm not sure if it has helped, but I'm not ready to throw in the hat yet. There may be a supplement that might be helpful, such as L-Lysine. I've recently started this, taking 1500 mg two times a day with food. I'm hoping to see some success. Also, over the past 30 years I have had issues with my left ankle, which I have broken twice & recently while exercising at the gym I recently stressed that ankle & now am wearing a brace. What are your opinions on the path I'm going. Are there other supplements that you may know of that could be useful? Thanks again, Rebecca Freeman
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Tks foe this!❤ Can talk about muscle mass.- especially as we age
Thank you for watching!
I am dealing with shock right now. I am much younger than any of these people responding and after a back injury-they tested my bone density-it is -3.1 . I was told that for a person my age we need to examine secondary causes. I don't even know what that means. Here's my question-am I passed the possibility of repairing this without meds? You seemed to be saying under 3. is extreme. My balance, by the way-is amazing. I ski (or did-I won't now) and everyday practice standing on one leg/eyes closed while I brush my teeth. I never fall-I have to admit that I did not take vitamins, nor eat a calcium right diet. I am now doing both. Have you ever heard of someone reversing a -3.1?
I hear you-it’s tough to process such news, especially at a younger age. You're already doing great by addressing your diet and balance-staying consistent is key. I put this link in your other comment but definitely checkout The OsteoCollective, we can discuss this further there. It is a wonderful very supportive group of people --> www.optimalhumanhealth.com/osteocollective
I am 37. Got diagnosed with Osteopenia last year. Lost a bunch of weight, going to the gym 2x a week and using a vibration plate. Swimming 2x a week and lots of walking and biking. (have a knee injury, so I also need to be mindful of that).
I am vegan but really careful about my diet, bloodwork is practically perfect and still lost 5% in bone density in a little over a year and am now smack dab in the Osteoporosis range. This is seriously scary!
Lorraine, will you please tell me “ exactly “ which vibrator plate you bought, plus how you knew which to buy ? I saw a video saying to be sure it was “ 30 Hertz “ whatever that means. Before I purchase something, I would like to get your intake first, if you don’t mind. Thank you very much, Lorraine.❤️
We,all go....have fun in live....live
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@@carolcole570 my gym has a plate, so honestly not sure. Sorry
@@LorraineRo Thank you, Lorraine !
What is the best type of Dr. to use for osteoporosis?
It's important to find someone who takes a holistic approach to bone health, including lifestyle and dietary factors. Our Bone Health Program is 100% Virtual actually. If you would like to learn more, you may schedule a discovery call at the following link --> www.optimalhumanhealth.com/membership
I’m confused about the breast cancer example . I’m 61, post menopausal with Er\Pr+ breast cancer with osteoporosis. I was recommended to take Tamoxifen which at this point I have said no to . How does Tamoxifen affect osteoporosis?
Hello 👋Beautiful Lady 🌹..How are you and the weather condition like ?
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30 years ago had Thyroïdectomie and now a 51 diagnosis osteoporosis
What we can do in this case?
Thank you
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I had cancer , now I have diagnosed with osteoporosis on my left hip, my oncologist put me in every 6 months shut , I’m changing my diet to helps improve this condition, I’m 70 years old and I don’t want to be on drugs! Any suggestions? Please should I go do exercises?
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Ive had 10 breaks now severe osteoporosis. Was put on fosomax years ago took out my teeth affected my jaws 😢
I am sorry to hear that, thank you for sharing your experience with this
I’m 52 years old female, and I was diagnosed with osteoporosis since I was 36 years old, no fracture, idiopathic as there’s no known reason for it. I took prolia after 44 then switched to Forteo 2 years,as my BMD was -4.8 in my femur neck then back again to prolia for the last 5 years, My BMD is-2,9 and spine-1.7
But with menopause and the need to change prolia I feel so confused what to choose for the next step
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Will watch it later , very interesting 👍
Hope you like it!
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Thankyou for your courteous & kind comment & your comments all understood of course. 😊
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On aromataze inhibitor due to breast cancer diagnosis 3 years ago.Last dexa scan indicated I,m osteopenic-previous normal bone density.Is it worth while to take aromataze inhibitor for another 2 years as the oncology drs.suggest,thereby increasing my risks for future hipfractures?I very much doubt it.I,m currently 68 years old.
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Great video and great information. Thanks for sharing.
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I had a breast cancer diagnosis twenty years ago.
Then five years after I had to have uterus and ovaries removed.
So I have been doing really high standard of health promoting lifestyle . Including a WBV.
(Intermittent use at time)
Now at 65 fifteen years of no oestragen..
.I'm told I'm borderline oesteoporosis.
I'm back on WBV every evening.
Would you have come across this scenario before?
Any suggestions?
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Please tell the summary ?
Hi! There are keynotes in the description that allow you to jump to the summary at the end :)
It's only reversible if you can tolerate the diet and the exercise and everything else. Including the medications which I cannot tolerate medications at all.
The process can be slower for some!
Im confused what to follow. I'm on TSH suppression due to Papillary thyroid microcarcinoma. I suspected my levothyroxine caused my Osteopenia, frozen shoulders & lost menstruation at 48. So without consulting my doctor I immediately stopped levo for more than a month now. I'm ok so far. On the other hand my other Dr (rehab Dr) RX me Alendronic acid last Feb for my Osteopenia which until now I'm hesitant to start bec of the side effect of esophageal ulcer. Im not sure about when to resume levo and if I shld start Alendronic acid. What I want now is to have radiation therapy for my thyroid CA so that don't have to worry about thyroid CA coming back bec I stopped my levo. I'm thinking of having a consult w/ an oncologist abt that radiation. Just sharing. Thank U for ur very informative videos.💙
Btw, I'm post total thyroidectomy
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Thats me. Stage 3 breast cancer on Anastozole 7yrs and osteopenia and spinalosis in neck. Bones are crumbling and im wondering what your thought on Zometa is?
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@Dr_DougLucas ummmm seriously.....the link you sent makes you make an account and join ect. Clearly your channel is NOT for helpful dialog or even a basic answer! Got it.
Your masterclass is at 3am my time. Do you have any replays?
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I’m in Australia 70 now last four years physio is my drug and hard physical work three times a week plus for fun thi chi and aqua yoga ….now heaps vid d 3 k2 etc …I got mine from ok g term a year prednisone five years ago ….dr said yes this cause it so NEVER any drugs for me…oh I,ride my horse three times a week too !
Thank you for sharing this!