I’ve been told that I am at a high risk of developing osteoporosis because I’m female, Asian, and I have a small body frame.
Even though I’m a young wushu athlete who consumes a fair amount of calcium daily, I’m still worried about developing osteoporosis when I get old. Does this mean as I get older, I should be exercising more than I do now?
There are many things you can do
herbs,diet,exercise,getting sunlight (vitamin D/Hormone levels)
Qigong is also very beneficial. I remember this lady who had OP so bad that she had to give up all her favorite sports. But, after a year of Qigong under a highly skilled master, she had a complete turn around.
Also consider "Calcium" (especially coral calcium). Calcium alkalizes the body. Disease thrives in an acidic enviroment. Vitamin D is also crucial. Thats why people who live closer to the equator have less instances of cancer including skin cancer!!! Vitamin D is getting HUGE press right now.
But, i highly reccomend you go on youtube and type "The calcium factor" and Bob Barefoots lecture on Calcium and Vit D and how it can cure many things. The RDA for Calcium goes up every 10 years! and peopel with higher levels of calcium are less prone to disease. Coincedence?
Also, not all calcium is created equal. Calcium carbonate is hard to absorb. Then you have Calcium bicarbonate and Citrate which are a little better. But, coral calcium is the best! Ever since i started taking it, i have noticed a signifigant improvement in my energy and chronic pain.
Also, there is a multitude of "anti-osteoperitic" foods and herbs
Go to this link
http://www.project-aware.org/Health/Osteo/osteo-bonehealth2.shtml
And of course exercise and drinking water. But, dont over use your joints. Exercise is good, but dont over-exert. Trust me!!!
Good luck, and im sure you will be fine.
Asians unite!!!!
(wait…im not asian)
*quietly steps away,and then sprints off*
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