Wellness

[Kathlen]

I don't do anything in particular ... Just keep up with my normal routine which includes working out at the gym several times a week, and stretching exercises at home.

I live in the City and walk everywhere.

One of my friends has issues - is careful with her exercise and diet and takes meds. Her mother had the same problem. Appears to be a genetic issue for her.

[Shelbelle]

Calcium, D3 and K 1 & 2, and Magnesium

[Desertdi]

I lift weights

[scotnovel]

Heredity, not just diet and exercise, impact bone density so you should be extra vigilant if there have been issues in your family. Men are also subject to having reduced bone density although it isn't as big an issue as it is with women mainly because the male skeletal structure is larger so they can afford to lose density without creating as many issues. However it is something to keep in mind since older males can also be subject to broken bones especially if their health is compromised due to other issues.

[QueenDanceALot]

Weight training, dance.

Vit D3 plus K2.

Lots of leafy greens.

Oh, and magesium. Crucial for bones AND muscles.

[willdob3]

Calcium rich diet - no dairy.

Weight training, intense cardio, power walking

Ionic magnesium

D3/K2 drops

Calcium/mag capsule - half dose, skip this completely when I have salmon

[pattypeep]

On 6/14/2014 gazelle77 said:

On 6/14/2014 twopeas said:

Good post, Gazelle. Since having br cancer my oncologist has me have bone density tests every couple of years. I wanted to mention that I saw a new rheumatologist because I've come out of a seven year remission regarding my autoimmune disorder. He said that 5,000 iu's of vit d (which is what I've taken for years) is probably too much because vit D is not water soluble, so therefore we can accumulate it in our bodies. My dh and I did not realize this. He's checking my vit d levels as we speak to see where I'm at. Anyway, to answer your question, I believe that exercise is a good way to keep our bone density in check.

Thanks for sharing twopeas. Do you have the dexi scan type to bone density test? How is your density doing can I ask? Are you close to 60?

Gazelle, I don't know what "kind" of test I have. I just know that I lay on a table w/ my clothes on and the machine inches over my body from above. LOL. Anyway, my new Dr. looked up my last test and wanted me to have a new scan for comparison sakes. I'm 69 and have excellent posture so far. The whole reason for these tests, I guess, is that my oncologist took me off of Premarin when I was diagnosed w/ BC and apparently the lack of hormones can affect your bone density. Sigh ~~

[violann]

I went to a wretched little troll of a doctor many years ago for hyperthyroidism, which can cause a weakening of the bones. As he was going over my records, he sweetly commented "You'll never have to worry about osteoporosis, because you're SO FAT!" Turns out that if you are heavy even though you have HYPERthyroidism, your bones still stay strong, because your whole body is like a weight bearing device and it stimulates bone strength all the time!

[gazelle77]

On 6/14/2014 violann said: I went to a wretched little troll of a doctor many years ago for hyperthyroidism, which can cause a weakening of the bones. As he was going over my records, he sweetly commented "You'll never have to worry about osteoporosis, because you're SO FAT!" Turns out that if you are heavy even though you have HYPERthyroidism, your bones still stay strong, because your whole body is like a weight bearing device and it stimulates bone strength all the time!

The way he said it to you was terrible, BUT he was right! A little extra fat is good to keep estrogen levels a little higher, and the added weight is great for bone density. I guess there has to be a happy medium somewhere. Too thin is no Good, too heavy is not good. I read an article that said women at menopause and post menopause should shoot for 10 pounds OVER their ideal thin weight. Makes sense.....

[nomless]

Hi, gazelle. Weight bearing exercise.