Naturopathic Remedy for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis
is the weakening and thinning of bones that occurs over time due to a
poor diet, lack of exercise and aging in general. Prevention is worth a
pound of cure when it comes to bone loss, but once osteoporosis has been
detected the progression can be stopped and in some cases bone mass
re-built. Turn brittle bones into better bones with this naturopathic
remedy for osteoporosis.
Exercise is Key
Weight
bearing exercise is key for both the prevention of and/or progression
brittle bone disease. Weight bearing does not mean you have to lift
heavy dumb bells every day, but you will need to go for a 30 minute walk
at least 3 times per week. Walking causes your bones to lift your body
weight and keeps bones strong. Yoga, tai chi, jogging, tennis, aerobics
or any other exercise that gets you up and on your feet is a weight
bearing exercise and will help remedy osteoporosis naturally.
Calcium
Calcium
is essential for building and maintaining strong bones. Bones are
always in the process of tearing themselves down and re-building, and
readily available calcium is needed for that re-building process. Milk
and other dairy products are rich in calcium and should be a part of a
naturopathic remedy for osteoporosis. Lactose intolerant people can
obtain calcium from whole grains, beans, dark green leafy vegetables and
almonds. Natural calcium supplements will also provide the needed bone
nutrient. Nicotine, carbonated beverages, foods high in sugar or salt
and red meat hinder the absorption of calcium.
Vitamin D
As
much as the body needs calcium and as frequently as you make it
available to the body, it can not be absorbed and put to use without
vitamin D. The body can not store vitamin D either, so a daily dose is
needed to keep bones strong and healthy. Being exposed to sunlight for
10-15 minutes each day (sitting near a window, on a park bench or
walking in the sunshine with face and arms exposed is sufficient),
consuming dairy products fortified with vitamin D or taking a daily
supplement is all that’s needed.
Magnesium
Magnesium
is needed by the body for many things, including building strong bones
to stave off osteoporosis. Magnesium is also one of the minerals many
people are deficient in, and low levels of magnesium means low bone
density which translates into brittle bones. Magnesium is naturally
found in a lot of the same foods that are rich in calcium - grains, dark
leafy green vegetables and beans along with fish, beef, chicken and
pork. Natural magnesium supplements are also available to help remedy
osteoporosis.
Herbs, Acupuncture and More
The
naturopathic remedy for osteoporosis treats the whole person and starts
with diet and exercise, then builds upon that foundation to halt bone
loss and re-build bone. The remedy pathway may include herbs,
acupuncture, massage, hydrotherapy and other therapies that are designed
to stimulate bone re-growth and strengthen bone tissue. Naturopathic
medicine is a natural health care system that is designed specifically
for each patient’s needs and uses no chemicals or drugs to treat
ailments.
Author Pam Johnson is a nurse in the orthopedic
department of her hospital. She also enjoys blogging and is a
contributing writer for
http://www.best-rn-to-bsn.com.
To book an appointment call 587-360-1100
He is your Airdrie Naturopath and serving the surrounding, Olds, Didsbury, Drumheller, Cochrane, Calgary area.
Dr. Kin Leung, B.Sc., N.D., CCT, CPCC
Naturopathic Fundamentals Wellness Clinic
191 Edwards Way SW, Unit 103
Airdrie, AB
T4B 3E2
Canada
(587) 360-1100
