What are some of the things I can do to improve my osteoporosis?

You can take progesterone 15 to 25mg if you are post menopause, 3 out of 4 weeks, 5 days off. For the aged, we suggest, to avoid confusion, use 15mg of cream on a weekday, and break on the weekend where possible.

Peri-menopausal and post-menopausal with hormonal problems, dosage is dictated according to symptoms being treated.

We also suggest:

• Regular bone density check periodically (every 1-2 years, if anxious)
• Saliva-based hormone profile to check that your testosterone, progesterone and estrogen levels are balanced
• Adopt a healthy lifestyle and eating habit as a way of life
• Eliminate things from your diet that are harmful and aggravational (see Risk Factors of Osteoporosis)
• Eat plenty of green vegetables, whole grains and fibre
• Regular weight bearing exercise
• Reduction of stress
• Fresh air and sunlight (natural vitamin D synthesis)
• Caution with the use of all medications
• Take adequate amounts of magnesium (400-600mg)
• Be consistent with your progesterone supplementation (over the years) and follow the Golden Rules
• Take a balanced bone building formulation that is designed to build, strengthen and supports the bones, joints, collagen, tendons, ligaments and cartilage. Ingredients might include some or all of the following:

• Glucosamine sulphate
• Chondroitin sulphate
• Calcium ascorbate
• Calcium hydroxypatite
• Vitamin E
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin D
• Manganese amino acid chelate
• Zinc amino acid chelate
• Selenomethionine (Selenium)
• Magnesium oxide
• Copper gluconate
• Horsetail
• MSM

In the post menopausal state, calcium levels in the bone remain the same but magnesium levels drop. There is more weight and evidence in the value of magnesium more than the value of calcium but these must be in proportion ratio. Also, you need to look at the type of calcium you are taking as many will end up in the toilet. It needs to be a calcium in bio available form. This is why we strongly recommended that women search the marketplace for a premium formulation that will take the above ingredients into account.

Additionally, other assisters include Vitamin C, sea plants and supplementation in the form of spiralina, soya based food, sunlight and vitamin D, Cod liver oil, omega 3-6 oils (essential oils), weight bearing exercises, eliminate and reduce stress, eliminate all drugs that may be causing a retardation of bone building.

Are there other ways of my daily intake of calcium without using dairy products?

Absolutely. Milk is not the only source of calcium. Look to other non-dairy sources such as soy products, green juice drinks like barley grass, wheat grass, seaweed, kelp, brown rice. Calcium is derived from many sources, although the general public believe it is comes strictly from dairy intake. You’d be surprise just how many foods are calcium rich minus the saturated fats (increased cholesterol). Maybe you’d like to visit www.notmilk.com to learn more.

It is true our body needs calcium, especially in the formative years when we are laying down and building strong bones. However, with a balanced diet that includes lots of calcium-rich foods, we are NOT at risk of osteoporosis should we say “no” to dairy products.