I’ve searched high and low for the information you just gave in this video. It’s so hard to get a definitive answers. Thank you so much for this and all the other great info you provide!
I am so glad you got the information you have been looking for ❤ Figuring out what to do about supplements for bone health can be really challenging. I am so happy to hear that you are finding the videos I am sharing helpful🥰
Rebound Osteoporises. 30 years ago, treated with Fasmax and FORTEO. Obtained Osteopenia. My original Primary doctor retired. New Doctor never follow-up. After 20 years ( No Dexa test for 15 years). Re started treatment, my choice Of FOSAMAX (ALRENDTONATE ) Wonder, what will be happened ❓
Some online videos advise us not to take calcium supplement because of its potential risk of triggering heart disease or stroke since the calcium might be going to the artery instead of the bones. Does this cause any concern ?
I think there is always room for concern. Calcification of the arteries is generally a problem from taking too much calcium from a supplement. If we don't get enough calcium there is a problem for our bones for sure. There are several things to consider when deciding whether or not to take a calcium supplement. First, are you getting enough calcium daily through diet? It is important to track your calcium every day for about a week to determine that. Figure that there is about 300 mg of calcium in one cup of milk. You get about the same amount of calcium from one cup of cooked Bok Choy as you do from a glass of milk for perspective sake. Once you know how much calcium you are consuming on a regular basis then you can see whether or not you have a gap. If you have a gap it is better to supplement the amount that you are short. That may only be 300 mg instead of 1200mg which is the daily recommended amount. That is one way to ensure that you are not getting more calcium than you need from a supplement. Next you want to consider the type of calcium that you are supplementing. Calcium citrate is generally well absorbed. So is calcium hydroxyapatite which is the form that our bodies actually use in our bones. The next thing to consider is whether or not you can take vitamin k2. Vitamin k2 helps to get calcium out of our blood and into our bones where it is supposed to be which helps mitigate the potential issue of calcification of the arteries. When looking for a k2 supplement you want to take one that is in the Mk-7 form in the amount of somewhere between 100 mcg and 200mcg. The only thing that could potentially be an issue with taking vitamin K2 is if you have to take a blood thinner. If you take a blood thinner check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if it is compatible with taking K2. I hope this information is helpful in determining what is right for you regarding whether to supplement calcium or not ❤You may not need to supplement calcium if you get enough through food sources. If you have a gap I believe it is better to fill the gap than have a deficit. You want to make sure you are not taking more than you need.
I really appreciate your videos. Thank you for offering them. Here is my experience...A few years ago I was told NOT to take calcium but rather 2000 IU D3 and K2 100mcg. My provider now is a NP (Love that) and he hasn't chgd the recommendation (after blood test).. But Last year I was diagnosed with osteo (age 69). I've continued with D/K but hesitate re calcium. My chiropractor told me she has found whole undissolved calcium tablets in Patient xrays and recommended a particular powder form of calcium. For the last year, I have been doing weight bearing exericses 3x week, that include machine leg lifts (30 lbs)/leg pushing (50 lb) and machine pulling down weight (30 lb) for arms. Also dumbell 10 lb and wall pushups. I'll find out later this month if I now have stability or improvement and hopefully not worsening. I'm looking forward to your next video.
I really appreciate you sharing your experience with me ❤ Calcium tablets are definitely not all created equal and I totally get your hesitation. It is better consumed through food sources if at all possible. It sounds like you are working hard at doing the right things. I hope things will show improvement for you with bone health soon❤
@@marthadoelle7585 I agree that whenever possible getting nutrients from food is the ideal. I do believe in supplementing where there are regular gaps. I am all for good nutritional apps that help to track what you have consumed ❤
@@pureahabah I agree that magnesium has an important role. So does vitamin C... There is never enough time in one UA-cam video to cover everything relating to one particular topic. Are there any topics you would like me to make videos about?
I'm so overwhelmed. I received a dexa; I know my numbers. It's only by researching have I started to learn more about nutrition. Still, it's A LOT. I'm also a newbie when it comes to strength training. What's that? :D I would love to work with a PT who specializes in osteo, but so far no luck in finding that professional. I am going to need to cobble this together sola. :( Good news though, I am learning so much about nutrition: protein, vit k, vit d, calcium, and gut health. I'm aiming daily for consistent macros and moving for my 1200 mg cal daily. :D Soy milk, fortified oj, tofu, almonds, greens. . . it's a process. I only supplement as needed. Food is Queen.
It does feel totally overwhelming for awhile. I am sorry that you are having to work through this. It sounds like you are doing a wonderful job of it though ❤ You are focused on the right things with nutrition and our lifestyle choices have the best long term results on our bone health. The overwhelm will get better and you will get a handle on it all❣
I found one at Amazon and you can check it out here: www.amazon.com/Douglas-Laboratories-Microcrystalline-Hydroxyapatite-Bioavailable/dp/B0014W98K6/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2LesDuGYSmKK0Q8JyoLK3eWmautg5HrbXYPv8eYmA7Krcz_o0QyUwk7qXu1grFot7OuD09bQfeXWvJ5V35aNhBWgHU969R_1b_MuFvTYW1kN9kIZcYfp55KFUmGZUR_C_QLHH0V3iy9ExZxRLN5paxsdEk4u_c9_95-WyVIwzkYRuucSoiyLKjsOMzZh25ng3683HLPmvPrnRkV7BSBHOSNRXJ30rHKJQKfeqqX0vOjNYe4qfolHvPw3LZSTjNxyfMFj0WmZb2h8FljggbJuXwfTY1C4oTEYL76MAcn-VYk.Q1K-937VCBdBpXkCpH3DYef1OjmtpIhEpXbHETBwe6I&dib_tag=se&keywords=hydroxyapatite+powder&qid=1727982476&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1&smid=A2EJCTH67GJMT3
Yes, my doctor had some blood work done and the cause seems to be my parathyroid. I am currently doing a 24-hour urine test so they can see whether I am eliminating my calcium.
@@donnawhittaker5197 It sounds like you have a good doctor who is really checking what is going on. I hope you are able to continue getting good information about your situation ❤️
@@mariezinna8724 I have heard of this one and I think that first a multivitamin it is a good choice. This really comes into the realm of what is ideal and what can be managed well. AlgeaCal falls into the range of what can be managed fairly easily and is pretty good. I think with supplements there is always something we can do to improve them, but is it worth actually doing because it might drive us nuts in the process… AlgeaCal is a good choice for a multivitamin ❤️
@@pedestrianfare8175 I think they are being hyped and they are expensive. Personally, I would prefer to take calcium on its own and would steer clear of algae sources…
The practices on the yoga channel were not osteoporosis safe, and then when people would find that channel it was hard to understand what was safe to do and not do. Since it was confusing, I cleared the yoga side out.
@@jcurrie2947 I am so sorry that you were left with so little information and explanation. I think getting an osteoporosis diagnosis is shocking and it takes some time to sort through and then to figure out what to do… I am glad you have found my channel ❤️ I hope the content will be helpful for you
I’ve searched high and low for the information you just gave in this video. It’s so hard to get a definitive answers. Thank you so much for this and all the other great info you provide!
I am so glad you got the information you have been looking for ❤ Figuring out what to do about supplements for bone health can be really challenging. I am so happy to hear that you are finding the videos I am sharing helpful🥰
Rebound Osteoporises.
30 years ago, treated with
Fasmax and FORTEO.
Obtained Osteopenia.
My original Primary doctor retired.
New Doctor never follow-up.
After 20 years ( No Dexa test for
15 years).
Re started treatment, my choice
Of FOSAMAX (ALRENDTONATE )
Wonder, what will be happened ❓
Some online videos advise us not to take calcium supplement because of its potential risk of triggering heart disease or stroke since the calcium might be going to the artery instead of the bones. Does this cause any concern ?
I think there is always room for concern. Calcification of the arteries is generally a problem from taking too much calcium from a supplement. If we don't get enough calcium there is a problem for our bones for sure. There are several things to consider when deciding whether or not to take a calcium supplement. First, are you getting enough calcium daily through diet? It is important to track your calcium every day for about a week to determine that. Figure that there is about 300 mg of calcium in one cup of milk. You get about the same amount of calcium from one cup of cooked Bok Choy as you do from a glass of milk for perspective sake. Once you know how much calcium you are consuming on a regular basis then you can see whether or not you have a gap. If you have a gap it is better to supplement the amount that you are short. That may only be 300 mg instead of 1200mg which is the daily recommended amount. That is one way to ensure that you are not getting more calcium than you need from a supplement.
Next you want to consider the type of calcium that you are supplementing. Calcium citrate is generally well absorbed. So is calcium hydroxyapatite which is the form that our bodies actually use in our bones.
The next thing to consider is whether or not you can take vitamin k2. Vitamin k2 helps to get calcium out of our blood and into our bones where it is supposed to be which helps mitigate the potential issue of calcification of the arteries. When looking for a k2 supplement you want to take one that is in the Mk-7 form in the amount of somewhere between 100 mcg and 200mcg. The only thing that could potentially be an issue with taking vitamin K2 is if you have to take a blood thinner. If you take a blood thinner check with your doctor or pharmacist to see if it is compatible with taking K2.
I hope this information is helpful in determining what is right for you regarding whether to supplement calcium or not ❤You may not need to supplement calcium if you get enough through food sources. If you have a gap I believe it is better to fill the gap than have a deficit. You want to make sure you are not taking more than you need.
I really appreciate your videos. Thank you for offering them. Here is my experience...A few years ago I was told NOT to take calcium but rather 2000 IU D3 and K2 100mcg. My provider now is a NP (Love that) and he hasn't chgd the recommendation (after blood test).. But Last year I was diagnosed with osteo (age 69). I've continued with D/K but hesitate re calcium. My chiropractor told me she has found whole undissolved calcium tablets in Patient xrays and recommended a particular powder form of calcium. For the last year, I have been doing weight bearing exericses 3x week, that include machine leg lifts (30 lbs)/leg pushing (50 lb) and machine pulling down weight (30 lb) for arms. Also dumbell 10 lb and wall pushups. I'll find out later this month if I now have stability or improvement and hopefully not worsening. I'm looking forward to your next video.
I really appreciate you sharing your experience with me ❤ Calcium tablets are definitely not all created equal and I totally get your hesitation. It is better consumed through food sources if at all possible.
It sounds like you are working hard at doing the right things. I hope things will show improvement for you with bone health soon❤
Nutrients should come from food. Invest in good app and log your food to make sure you are eating enough healthy foods.
@@marthadoelle7585 I agree that whenever possible getting nutrients from food is the ideal. I do believe in supplementing where there are regular gaps. I am all for good nutritional apps that help to track what you have consumed ❤
@@pureahabah I agree that magnesium has an important role. So does vitamin C... There is never enough time in one UA-cam video to cover everything relating to one particular topic.
Are there any topics you would like me to make videos about?
@@pureahabah Sorry, I wasn't trying to get in the middle! I love that you are sharing with other commenters ❤
I'm so overwhelmed. I received a dexa; I know my numbers. It's only by researching have I started to learn more about nutrition. Still, it's A LOT. I'm also a newbie when it comes to strength training. What's that? :D I would love to work with a PT who specializes in osteo, but so far no luck in finding that professional. I am going to need to cobble this together sola. :( Good news though, I am learning so much about nutrition: protein, vit k, vit d, calcium, and gut health. I'm aiming daily for consistent macros and moving for my 1200 mg cal daily. :D Soy milk, fortified oj, tofu, almonds, greens. . . it's a process. I only supplement as needed. Food is Queen.
It does feel totally overwhelming for awhile. I am sorry that you are having to work through this.
It sounds like you are doing a wonderful job of it though ❤ You are focused on the right things with nutrition and our lifestyle choices have the best long term results on our bone health. The overwhelm will get better and you will get a handle on it all❣
Sarah, thank you for your information. Do you recommend a source where I can buy Calcium Hydroxylapatite?
I found one at Amazon and you can check it out here:
www.amazon.com/Douglas-Laboratories-Microcrystalline-Hydroxyapatite-Bioavailable/dp/B0014W98K6/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.2LesDuGYSmKK0Q8JyoLK3eWmautg5HrbXYPv8eYmA7Krcz_o0QyUwk7qXu1grFot7OuD09bQfeXWvJ5V35aNhBWgHU969R_1b_MuFvTYW1kN9kIZcYfp55KFUmGZUR_C_QLHH0V3iy9ExZxRLN5paxsdEk4u_c9_95-WyVIwzkYRuucSoiyLKjsOMzZh25ng3683HLPmvPrnRkV7BSBHOSNRXJ30rHKJQKfeqqX0vOjNYe4qfolHvPw3LZSTjNxyfMFj0WmZb2h8FljggbJuXwfTY1C4oTEYL76MAcn-VYk.Q1K-937VCBdBpXkCpH3DYef1OjmtpIhEpXbHETBwe6I&dib_tag=se&keywords=hydroxyapatite+powder&qid=1727982476&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&psc=1&smid=A2EJCTH67GJMT3
@@sarahmapes_bonebuildersystem Wow, thank you so much!
Yes, my doctor had some blood work done and the cause seems to be my parathyroid. I am currently doing a 24-hour urine test so they can see whether I am eliminating my calcium.
@@donnawhittaker5197 It sounds like you have a good doctor who is really checking what is going on. I hope you are able to continue getting good information about your situation ❤️
Sarah. I am taking AlgaeCal with Stronium Boost. I will have a Dexa in a few months. Have you heard of this an your honest opinion
@@mariezinna8724 I have heard of this one and I think that first a multivitamin it is a good choice. This really comes into the realm of what is ideal and what can be managed well. AlgeaCal falls into the range of what can be managed fairly easily and is pretty good. I think with supplements there is always something we can do to improve them, but is it worth actually doing because it might drive us nuts in the process… AlgeaCal is a good choice for a multivitamin ❤️
Algae sources are being hyped. Do yo have any thoughts on those?
@@pedestrianfare8175 I think they are being hyped and they are expensive. Personally, I would prefer to take calcium on its own and would steer clear of algae sources…
@@sarahmapes_bonebuildersystem Thanks!
Thanks for adding new videos❤😂🙏
@@GültenKurtulmuş-m2q I am glad they are helpful ❤️
Sarah, what happened to your yoga channel?
The practices on the yoga channel were not osteoporosis safe, and then when people would find that channel it was hard to understand what was safe to do and not do. Since it was confusing, I cleared the yoga side out.
@@sarahmapes_bonebuildersystem I kind of that that! That's too bad, loved your classes!
You need to be on this medication. Nothing more.
My doc had a nurse. All me and tell me to take a prescription. That was all. I was shocked
@@jcurrie2947 I am so sorry that you were left with so little information and explanation. I think getting an osteoporosis diagnosis is shocking and it takes some time to sort through and then to figure out what to do… I am glad you have found my channel ❤️ I hope the content will be helpful for you
None what soever