I am looking up information for you, regarding your question for alternatives to drugs (like Boniva and Actonel).
So far, I have found what you did not want to hear (because you already know this information), and that is to increase your intake of calcium and Vitamin D, either by supplements, eating those nutrient-rich foods and decreasing foods that cause calcium to be excreted through the kidneys (foods high in protein and sodium are the culprits). For a list of nutrient-rich foods and supplement dosage requirements, visit this website: http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Bone/Bone_Health/Nutrition/default.asp
Exercise is another benefit to bone health, and as you already play tennis, you are on the right track!
I will continue searching for alternatives, and we also have a few EmpowHer experts and other professionals in the "alternative and complementary medicine" field who may be able to answer your questions. Stay tuned!
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I am looking up information for you, regarding your question for alternatives to drugs (like Boniva and Actonel).
So far, I have found what you did not want to hear (because you already know this information), and that is to increase your intake of calcium and Vitamin D, either by supplements, eating those nutrient-rich foods and decreasing foods that cause calcium to be excreted through the kidneys (foods high in protein and sodium are the culprits). For a list of nutrient-rich foods and supplement dosage requirements, visit this website:
http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Bone/Bone_Health/Nutrition/default.asp
Exercise is another benefit to bone health, and as you already play tennis, you are on the right track!
I will continue searching for alternatives, and we also have a few EmpowHer experts and other professionals in the "alternative and complementary medicine" field who may be able to answer your questions. Stay tuned!
August 3, 2008 - 2:29pmThis Comment
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