STOP TAKING CALCIUM SUPPLEMENTS! A Critical Look at Current Recommendations for Osteoporosis.

STOP TAKING CALCIUM SUPPLEMENTS! A Critical Look at Current Recommendations for Osteoporosis. In this video, we will explore the conflicting information around calcium that can lead to confusion about the proper intake and effectiveness. Watch this video to learn more on improving your bone health and lifespan.

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00:00 Intro and summary
1:20 U.S. Recommendations
2:30 First Study
4:23 Second Study
8:54 Masterclass Registration Link
9:21 Third Study
16:42 Closing Summary
17:30 Program Details Link

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[magpiegirl]

Thank you for this information. When diagnosed with osteo, my doctor said “make sure you get enough calcium.” There was no guidance on how to achieve that. So, like most women, I had to research and then discovered all the things you said - different dosages, different “forms” of the calcium, algae, dairy …. No wonder women get confused and overwhelmed. What you say makes sense about needing the calcium amongst other things as a building block. I’ve never looked for a magic pill or the “one food” that will solve bone loss or bone growth. In relation to calcium the only solid bit of info I got from research is that the body can only absorb so much calcium in one hit so you need to try to have calcium preferably through diet throughout the day. I had hypercalcemia so investigations into that didn’t reveal much for me except don’t take supplements, but my diet is way less than the 1200mg supposedly needed. Cannot tell you how stressful just this one topic is for me. I’ve concluded that if I eat whole foods, Vit D and K, and weight bearing exercise, I’m giving myself a better chance of improving bone quality and general health than by doing nothing. Osteoporosis is a S**T condition and more should be done to PREVENT it than is being done.

[danusenovak]

2 years ago I was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis…….and, of course, Calcium was the no one to do things. Lucky for me my body response was headaches, nausea, diarrharea. When I mentioned this to my GP and specialist, I felt like they didn’t hear me. Impossible they said. So, I did my own research and discovered bit K2 and D3. My last scan few weeks ago showed an improvement of 3% in bone density. I am 67 years old. I also added more, without awareness, foods that contain Calcium…such as sugar snap peas, salmon, green leaf veggies ….etc.
To cut the long story short, do your research, don’t buy into lazy doctors advise, be mindful. Funny thing is that when my GP learn about me not getting worse ( each year I should’ve lost 1% bone density according to her) she was not at all interested how I got there.

[dotjeff]

Great info! Wish you would talk about the danger of calcium in the soft tissue (especially the arteries), and how to prevent it with D3 and K2.

[elizabethcain]

You are an excellent communicator, sir!🙏🏻

[lilymeerkat]

Thank you for digging into this. For years settling on what type of calcium to take was so dizzying that I put it off somewhat indefinitely. Then, when I heard calcium supplementation could lay down plaque in the arteries, I truly threw in the towel. Here I am at 66 with osteopenia - and increased bone loss over the last five years. P.S. Crohns disease and several courses of prednisone hasn't helped my situation. I keep my Vitamin D levels optimized but I need a comprehensive plan! I will continue to consume this information and perhaps seek a consultation.

[andreamacdonald]

I got osteoporosis do to chemo from breast cancer 25 years ago. Tried evista didn’t work. Used Forteo for 2 years now going to go on Reclast infusion a year. I work out with weights ride my bike 🚴🏻 and walk a lot with weights. Farmers walk. My bone markers are excellent now. I’m 68 I feel 50 . I also ice climb 🧗‍♀️.

[elizabethkropf]

I really appreciate the critical thinking Dr Doug brings to this subject bc there is SO much information out there. Without medical training it would be impossible to interpret the data.

[user]

The recommendations are all over the place, thanks for helping us make sense of it all.

[ellenharrison]

Thanks for an informative look at calcium. Appreciate your deep dive and summary. I’m 70 and recently diagnosed with osteoporosis. Just started Fosamax. Am reluctant about it. Also on phenobarbital since I was 6, to control epilepsy. That has contributed to my bone loss, according to Dr. I’m continuing to learn. I will check out mire of your videos. Thanks for being on YouTube so we can get help!

[kaytee]

Too much calcium can cause the body to not absorb other minerals and bones need 12 different minerals. Boron has been shown to be important to reverse or help with osteoporosis and osteopenia. Putting a pinch of Celtic salt, Himalayan salt, or Redmond’s Real salt on your tongue and letting it dissolve and then drinking a sip of water, also helps get the body trace minerals the body and bones needs. So many things affect bone health.

[catherineterry]

still confused about calcium. right now am taking Natures plus cal/mag/vitd3/vit k Calcium 1200mg/600mg/25 mcg(1000 iu) with vit k2 100mcg im taking one a day.
do eat pretty healthy. 84 years old with osteoporosis and arthritis they are chewables
dr. ordered fozamax and so far i will not take it. thank you. Appreciate your information. you seem invested in this cause.

[maryt]

Recent diagnosis of osteoporosis. My primary suggested Fosamax etc. but I do not want to take them. He then suggested Calcitonin Sal nasal spray. I did agree to start that. I also take Vitamin D 3000. Your opinion?

[thDecember]

A very thought-provoking video, thank you. Studies that focus on calcium alone aren't really helpful . As you noted, we need additional supplementation in the form of D3, magnesium, boron, MK7, etc. I haven't read any of those studies, but I wonder if they ever take exercise into account. One can fall into the trap of thinking calcium supplementation is a substitute for exercise, when both are necessary.

[chrisperry]

Great video. I love the expert analysis of these research studies to help understand how they apply to your personal situation. Calcium supplementation seems to be the most confusing. Good information!

[theotherkangaroo]

This confirms what I have been doing -- consuming most calcium from diet & only supplementing 200mg daily at most. Using Cronometer which has been an eye-opener to improve my over nutrition!

[donnacollins]

Wow, what a knowledgeable video from Dr. Lucas. I was diagnosed with Osteopenia September of 2023 and told to start taking 1200 mg of calcium; but, I've not started yet. Only doing my vitamin C and D supplements and daily exercises to increase my strength. It has been confusing with a lot of different supplements out there and I need to get the right one for my body dynamics. Looking forward to learning more about how I can continue to build my bones. I prefer doing things the natural way as much as possible. I'm also a vegan eater so my proteins come in other forms of food.

[LesleyMowat]

Great info. Thank you. Thank you. You are helping so many. What a blessing.

[carolcole]

DR. DOUG, Today is 3-25-2024. I said I was confused as to whether or not to take calcium supplements since I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis a week ago. This morning you sent me a reply, asking me to watch this specific video. I just finished watching it. What I clearly got from the video is ( because I am pushing 80 ) : 1. Do NOT take calcium supplements, period, the end, of ANY TYPE. 2. EVEN if wanting to take a supplement of some sort that happens to have a little calcium in forms such as as algae…..DO NOT TAKE IT IN ANY FORM. 3. THEREBY, ANY SUPPLEMENTS I MIGHT….FIND…..IT IN, THROW THE SUPPLEMENT AWAY OR GIVE IT TO A YOUNGER PERSON. Bottom line…..am I hearing you correctly ? YOU may have just saved my life, Dr. Doug . Thank you !❤️

[verwilliams]

Thank you so very much for your videos. You make so much sense and that makes me feel hopeful.

[islandbirdw]

I had been taking 1000mg of calcium but when the thrombosis/embolic risks were identified, I lowered that dose to 500mg. Now I have -2.7 in my rotoscolitic spine and my hip isn’t as bad has osteopenia according to Dexa done in a July. I resumed more calcium and adjusted micronutrients of vitamin K2. I have been on adequate D3 supplementation, with serum D3 measured in middle of therapeutic range.