Osteoporosis and Chiropractic Care
Osteoporosis affects over 25 million Americans, the majority of which are post-menopausal women. As a consequence to such a significant problem, 1.2 million bone fractures related to osteoporosis occur every year. How can you prevent falling into these statistics with out taking drugs and being susceptible to even more dangerous consequences?
Several things can limit your health and increase your percentage of developing osteoporosis, including fluoride intake (especially from drinking water), and sugar and soda intake. An increase in thyroid hormones from an underlying condition will also affect bone health. Many prescription drugs can increase the risk of osteoporosis such as birth control pills or even those same drugs which are suppose to help with osteoporosis.
An important fact to remember is that the body has an amazing ability to heal and re-grow. All tissues and organs in our body have the potential to re-generate new cells and become new organs, with the exception of the central nervous system. This includes the bone structures, which take from four months to two years for the remodeling process to take place. Creating a healthy environment for new tissues to grow include regular exercise and a healthy diet. Thanks to chiropractors, bones and muscles can be positively affected by regular adjustments.
A few important tips on creating a healthy inner environment with proper nutrition include supplements of omega-3 fat DHA (as opposed to unhealthy omega-6 fats), vitamin D, vitamin B12, vitamin K2, and an abundance of green, leafy vegetables. Each of these are important in maintaining bone health and preventing osteoporosis. Excellent whole food sources to support bone health include: collard greens, spinach, salad greens, kale broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, and even olive oil.
