I am trying to build up my bone density without drugs like fosamax, actonel, etc. because I believe them to be harmful in the long-run.
I've been taking strontium and Vit D3 for awhile. I haven't had a recent bone density test (long overdue). But my last D3 level was above 60, which is a good thing.
I am considering going back on bio-identical hormones. I had stopped them when the hoopla came out about the hormone study years ago, which was really about synthetic hormones, not bio-identicals.
I have also read that testosterone can help build bone density and I am considering that in addition to the estradiol and progesterone.
I had an early menopause (I think it's genetic) and I am trying to avoid being a bundle of broken bones.
Thanks in advance for any of your experiences, thoughts, suggestions or advice.
PS, I know that physical exercise is a good way to build/maintain bone but before you tell me to hit the gym, just know that at this point in my life, that kind of exercise is pretty much impossible for a variety of reasons.
Posted by sk8ter (Member # 8671) on :
you need to take strontium separate away from calcium....
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
I don't know... but my dr says to take Vit K2 and Vit D3 and your bones will build back up.
Do you want this in medical??
Posted by AlanaSuzanne (Member # 25882) on :
Hi sk8ter, yes, I had heard to take strontium apart from calcium. I haven't been taking my calcium lately so that's not an issue right now (I don't know if that's good or bad)
Lymetoo, yes, I've heard about the Vit K2. That's another thing I have to look into. Your doc thinks that the K2 and the D3 could build the bone density? That's really good news.
Guessing this would be better in medical. I am sure there are others who have the same questions I do. So yes, please move it there if you think it is more appropriate! Thanks in advance.
Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :
Okey doke!
Yes, that is what he said. I think it is working for his patients.