Why People Shrink With Age and How to Prevent Shrinking? – Dr .Berg

Height loss with age isn’t inevitable.

Timestamps:
0:00 Why you experience height loss with age and how to prevent it
2:50 Low estrogen is a cause of bone loss
4:55 I explain the importance of growth hormone

In this video, I explain why you experience height loss with age; especially women, who tend to shrink more than men. Let’s also take a look at how to prevent shrinking as you get older, because once you’re several inches shorter it’s too late to reverse.

Well, you’re losing disc space between your vertebrae along with loss of the vertebrae itself.

One big myth is thinking you can grow more bone by drinking more milk. Cows and horses are large animals with sturdy legs and they don’t drink milk after they’re 6 months old! They eat grass. There is no credible study that I could find affirming that drinking milk builds or strengthens bone.

What about calcium? If a postmenopausal woman takes calcium to prevent bone loss, especially calcium carbonate, they increase their risk of a heart attack. You can check out my separate video on this.

When we talk about minerals, that’s just one piece of the puzzle. You need them in addition to vitamins and especially magnesium and boron. Boron especially is essential to prevent osteopenia and osteoporosis. You can get calcium from leafy greens and maybe a little organic grass-fed dairy.

You also need vitamins D3 and K2, fat-soluble vitamins essential to mobilize calcium and magnesium. Eat fatty foods, and expose yourself to sunlight. As you get older, take them as supplements.

Low estrogen may be a cause of losing height, especially for a woman after menopause. Low estrogen can occur because your adrenal glands, which are supposed to back up your ovaries, don’t produce enough estrogen. This can also cause low cortisol, although too much can cause a catabolic effect and break down bone.

Low protein is another cause. You’d be surprised how many people are protein deficient. You need those 8 essential amino acids! Gut issues can cause problems too.

Lack of exercise puts you at risk. Exercise puts beneficial stress on your body, helping to strengthen your bones.

Then there’s growth hormone and a variant called IGF-1, which you make less of as you age. Keep your insulin and blood sugar levels low, as on the keto diet. Get enough sleep and lower your stress. High-intensity interval training boosts growth hormone. But what can produce the most growth hormone is intermittent fasting. It can actually make you, and your bones, younger.

There’s no reason you have to experience height loss with age.

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 56, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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Height loss with age can be prevented.

[salemkhoshiwal]

The most useful human being on YouTube

[nuclearwinter]

I see this with my father. He was at least 6'5 now maybe 6'3. This is sad because I always literally had to look up to him, but now not any more. It sucks to see your parents getting weaker year by year. Value the time with them, otherwise you'll regret it later.

[tootstoyou]

I’m 68, female and have not lost any height. I was a a vegetarian for years but really felt the need for animal protein a year ago and feel much better now eating good quality meat, eggs and fish with minimal carbs.
I’ve practiced yoga for years, and taught it. I’m always aware of good posture and lengthening the spine.
Here are 2 cues I find useful. Standing up, imagine you have two pigtails that are gently being drawn back, and up. Cue #2. Standing, breathe in deeply through the nose - inhale filling your chest and your belly. Exhale slowly drawing your pubic bone, navel and rib cage BACK. Repeat for a full minute! About 6 times. Stand tall 🙋‍♀️

[Catty]

You're a lifesaver honestly. People will be looking younger than what they are thanks to you!

[madinaahmad]

1-Calcium
2-Magnesium
3-Boron
4-D3
5-K2
6-Low estrogens
7-Protein
8-Growth hormone
(Insulin low
Sleep
No stress
Vitamins D
Fasting)

[nancyjb]

Can't imagine life without Dr. Berg!!

[tubefreakmuva]

These videos are bang on the money, best health and fitness video I have seen in a long time. Trouble is people dont know what to look for when they see it! Please keep these super in-depth explanations and connections coming. Dr Bergs videos are becoming so finely tuned it's just a pleasure to watch

[buhleke]

We love you Dr Berg, you work tirelessly to help us get better. May God Almighty continue to bless you and your wife ❤️

[julieoelker]

I'm 57. I've already lost 1 1/2 inches since age 50 due to my past diet of very high sugar, especially chocolate. After doing keto for the last 3 years though, I feel better and have kept off 35 pounds. Never a hot flash either. Thank you Dr. Berg!

[KarolinaKolodziejCoach]

Actually I have “grown” 3cm from the age 34 to 45 by leaving my abusive husband ! Nobody here around me to put me down anymore ! 🤗

[barrybarker]

I am addicted to Dr Berg! I’m stilling recovering from a broken humerus and I’m not sleeping well but watching his videos are so comforting and informative. Your presentation is just perfect Dr Berg, I think I have watched nearly all of the videos by now! I look forward to seeing many more! Best wishes from Julia❤️

[jeanetteeasson]

I was always tiny. At 78 I can now say I am legally a “little person”. Embrace what you are and run with it! ❤️👍

[holy_wafers]

I like the subtle remarks he says throughout videos


This guy is hilarious and informative

[EngineeredFemale]

Thank you doctor. I gain more& more knowledge about health everyday because of you sir. Thank you again.

[jartotable]

Pure gold 🥇. Bergy does it again! Wish everyone followed him.

[rb]

You are the best doctor there is!!! And I work with doctors at a hospital all day long! Keep going Dr Berg!

[saq]

Finally - ‘doctors’ can learn something. Thank you Dr Berg.

[lindaklase]

EXCELLENT PRESENTATION
I thought it was inevitable to shrink with age.
Now I have HOPE.
VERY INFORMATIVE

[ClayTallStories]

Your high work output is a testament to just effective Keto and I.F is Dr Berg.

[joeln]

Thank you Dr. Berg, you are the Godfather of my Longevity