(post by M. Botha)
Osteoporosis is usually thought of as a mature adult
disease. People over the age of 60. It is therefore seemingly uncommon
for babies and children to develop Osteoporosis, but there are some
known cases, where babies are born with the disease. In a way it can be
seen as a disease that can affect anybody at any age. Osteoporosis is a
disease characterized by porous and fragile bones. It affects both
genders and it is estimated that 1 in 3 post-menopausal women and 1 in 5
men o> 50 years are affected. Those with osteoporosis are at
increased risk of height loss, fractures of the hips, wrists and
vertebrae, and also subjected to moderate to severe chronic pain.
In order to understand why I call Osteoporosis a ‘Lifestyle Disease,’ we must take a closer look at this marvellous self-repairing machine that we call the human body. The human body is on a constant quest of maintenance, by repairing, renewing and rebuilding.
Many manmade products and devices can interfere with this maintenance programs and the rebuilding of bones. Further, because of changed habits and a so-called modern lifestyles, which are supported by highly processed “convenient foods,” there are many nutritional deficiencies, which will also interfere in the process.
What are some of the causes of Osteoporosis?
The Frequent use of drugs, such as;Osteoporosis 13
Steroids
Antibiotics
Anti-inflammatory drugs
A chronic Over-Acidic body, caused by any or all of the following;
Microwave “meals,” denuded of all Enzymes
Soda (Soft drinks) and candy – all these products contain very little nutrients and are loaded with indigestible ingredients (fats) and dangerous additives such as high fructose corn syrup, aspartame and preservatives.
Vitamin K deficiency (Vitamin K found in raw, green, leafy vegetables).
Chronic Dehydration
Food allergies, such as gluten intolerance and difficulty absorbing nutrients such as in Crohn’s disease and Irritable Bowel Disorder (IBD)
Hormone deficiency such as Progesterone (both male and female).
Lack of direct sunlight (Vitamin D deficiency)
Lack of stress exercise (weight bearing exercise)
All these factors can easily be grouped under one common heading, namely “Metabolic Acidosis.“
Osteoporosis in Men
Men over the age of 50 are at greater risk for developing osteoporosis than prostate cancer. Men develop this disease because of a condition called Hypo-gonadism (under-active hormone production in the testes).
Other factors in men may also include:
Alcoholism
Obesity
Smoking
Gastrointestinal disorders
Lack of sunlight exposure
Men with pre-existing conditions such as asthma, emphysema, Crohn’s disease, herniated disks, and autoimmune disease are more vulnerable to osteoporosis. By taking steroids such as prednisone or cortisone (short or long-term) will increase the risk manyfold of developing osteoporosis. Reference: “The Calcium Lie” by Dr. Robert Thomson
“For example, bones are made of many different minerals, not just calcium. Osteoporosis is a loss of minerals from the bones, not just calcium. Calcium hardens concrete!”
If you’ve been led to believe that the key to preventing osteoporosis is only to increase your calcium intake (drink more cow’s milk) and starting on a regimen of pharmaceutical drugs, you’re heading for trouble and misery, beyond belief. I would like to tell you about a more effective way to preventing bone loss and osteoporosis.
I’m sure you’ve heard that the cause of osteoporosis and the key to its prevention revolve around calcium. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth. As Dr Thomson put it; “if the bones were made out of calcium they will be as hard as concrete.” There are a myriad of minerals involved, with phosphorous probably the most active. Further, Osteoporosis does not develop overnight like a cold or fever. It is caused by long-term neglect and abuse of the body.
In order to understand why I call Osteoporosis a ‘Lifestyle Disease,’ we must take a closer look at this marvellous self-repairing machine that we call the human body. The human body is on a constant quest of maintenance, by repairing, renewing and rebuilding.
Many manmade products and devices can interfere with this maintenance programs and the rebuilding of bones. Further, because of changed habits and a so-called modern lifestyles, which are supported by highly processed “convenient foods,” there are many nutritional deficiencies, which will also interfere in the process.
What are some of the causes of Osteoporosis?
The Frequent use of drugs, such as;Osteoporosis 13
Steroids
Antibiotics
Anti-inflammatory drugs
A chronic Over-Acidic body, caused by any or all of the following;
Microwave “meals,” denuded of all Enzymes
Soda (Soft drinks) and candy – all these products contain very little nutrients and are loaded with indigestible ingredients (fats) and dangerous additives such as high fructose corn syrup, aspartame and preservatives.
Vitamin K deficiency (Vitamin K found in raw, green, leafy vegetables).
Chronic Dehydration
Food allergies, such as gluten intolerance and difficulty absorbing nutrients such as in Crohn’s disease and Irritable Bowel Disorder (IBD)
Hormone deficiency such as Progesterone (both male and female).
Lack of direct sunlight (Vitamin D deficiency)
Lack of stress exercise (weight bearing exercise)
All these factors can easily be grouped under one common heading, namely “Metabolic Acidosis.“
Osteoporosis in Men
Men over the age of 50 are at greater risk for developing osteoporosis than prostate cancer. Men develop this disease because of a condition called Hypo-gonadism (under-active hormone production in the testes).
Other factors in men may also include:
Alcoholism
Obesity
Smoking
Gastrointestinal disorders
Lack of sunlight exposure
Men with pre-existing conditions such as asthma, emphysema, Crohn’s disease, herniated disks, and autoimmune disease are more vulnerable to osteoporosis. By taking steroids such as prednisone or cortisone (short or long-term) will increase the risk manyfold of developing osteoporosis. Reference: “The Calcium Lie” by Dr. Robert Thomson
“For example, bones are made of many different minerals, not just calcium. Osteoporosis is a loss of minerals from the bones, not just calcium. Calcium hardens concrete!”
If you’ve been led to believe that the key to preventing osteoporosis is only to increase your calcium intake (drink more cow’s milk) and starting on a regimen of pharmaceutical drugs, you’re heading for trouble and misery, beyond belief. I would like to tell you about a more effective way to preventing bone loss and osteoporosis.
I’m sure you’ve heard that the cause of osteoporosis and the key to its prevention revolve around calcium. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth. As Dr Thomson put it; “if the bones were made out of calcium they will be as hard as concrete.” There are a myriad of minerals involved, with phosphorous probably the most active. Further, Osteoporosis does not develop overnight like a cold or fever. It is caused by long-term neglect and abuse of the body.
No comments:
Post a Comment