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"Taking acid-blocking drugs can prevent you from properly digestingyourfood, cause vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and lead to irritable bowel syndrome, depression, hip fractures because you cannot absorb calcium, and more. First, studies show that people who take long-term acid-blocking medications can become vitamin B12-deficient, which can lead to depression, anemia, fatigue, nerve damage, and even dementia, especially in the elderly." - Mark Hyman MD, The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain by Healing Your Body First (Get the book.)

"Remember back to chapter 2, where Elliott Fisher showed that hospitals with a high ratio of specialists to primary care physicians did more procedures and tests on his three groups of patients suffering from colon cancer, heart attacks, and hip fractures. And in chapter 4, dying patients who landed in hospitals in Los Angeles that invested in more specialists than primary care physicians, bought more CT scanners and MRI machines, and had more ICU beds, were no better off for all the unnecessary time spent in the hospital and all the extra specialists they saw." - Shannon Brownlee, Overtreated: Why Too Much Medicine Is Making Us Sicker and Poorer (Get the book.) "A study performed for the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission, for example, found that patients suffering from heart attacks, hip fractures, and colon cancer did not benefit from more imaging tests. To make matters worse, simply tracking the spiraling bills we're paying for all that imaging fails to capture its true cost. Many imaging tests lead to further testing and treatment, whose price isn't included when economists look at the amount we spend on CT and other imaging. Take the sixty-four-slice scanners that hospitals are snapping up as fast as they can." - Shannon Brownlee, Overtreated: Why Too Much Medicine Is Making Us Sicker and Poorer (Get the book.) "White marbles, which represent the sickest patients, with conditions like heart attacks, strokes, and hip fractures, are always put on the shelf, which represents a hospital bed. Black marbles, which stand for the patients with mild complaints like colds and twisted ankles, are never put on the shelf. Gray marbles are the patients with serious but not necessarily life-threatening ailments, like pneumonia or gallstones, or chronic conditions like hernias, congestive heart failure, and angina. It is the decisions about these kinds of cases, the gray middle ground, that get doctors into trouble." - Shannon Brownlee, Overtreated: Why Too Much Medicine Is Making Us Sicker and Poorer (Get the book.)

"And, in fact, there are numerous studies that have appeared in the Journal of the American Medical Association that show a significant increase in hip fractures in areas with fluoridated water. In addition, The New England Journal of Medicine reported that fluoride treatment of osteoporosis patients resulted in higher hip fracture rates." - Jon Barron, Lessons from The Miracle Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Optimum Health and Relief from Catastrophic Illness (Get the book.)

"A recent study showed that American women aged fifty and older have one of the highest rates of hip fractures in the world.1 The only countries with higher rates are in Europe and in the south Pacific (Australia and New Zealand)1 where they consume even more milk than the United States. What's going on? An excess rate of hip fractures is often used as a reliable indicator of osteoporosis, a bone disease that especially affects women after menopause. It is often claimed to be due to an inadequate intake of calcium. Therefore, health policy people often recommend higher calcium consumption." - T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Thomas M. Campbell II, The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted and the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-term Health (Get the book.)

"Some might argue that the trade-off with hip fractures and colorectal cancer makes the hazards more tolerable. After all, there were no extra deaths ascribable to hrt; most sailed through their cardiac event, recovered from their stroke, or were "cured" of their breast cancer. At least that's what one would predict on rereading chapters 2 and 6. Add to that my cynicism regarding the reliability and validity of such small differences detected in a huge trial, also belabored in those chapters, and you understand why I find this saga disconcerting." - Nortin M. Hadler MD, Worried Sick: A Prescription for Health in an Overtreated America (Get the book.) "Osteoporotic fractures of the arm and leg are far less frequent than hip fractures in the population; this placebo population is not representative. In that regard, they were unlucky. I have combed the published trial data that tests the assertion that treatment with alendronate or risedronate for several years reduces the hip-fracture rate, even in women with moderately severe osteopenia. It is not impressive. In fact, it is hard to justify the enterprise that identifies women with osteopenia to treat them prophylactically with any agent, let alone a bis-phosphonate." - Nortin M. Hadler MD, Worried Sick: A Prescription for Health in an Overtreated America (Get the book.) "There was no reduction in hip fractures. There was a trade-off in leg cramps, hot flashes, edema, and flu-like symptoms. There was no trade-off in terms of cardiovascular events. Much ado about nothing? The fda didn't think so. However, I never prescribe a novel compound unless the benefit/risk ratio is compelling and, as I explained above, there are too few benefits to justify much risk, or unknown risks. I am unwilling to expose my patients to uncertainties regarding long-term consequences unless there is a compelling trade-off with short-term benefits." - Nortin M. Hadler MD, Worried Sick: A Prescription for Health in an Overtreated America (Get the book.)

"In a larger study, concurrent administration of oral vitamin D3 and calcium reduced the incidence of nonvertebral fractures and hip fractures and increased bone density of the total proximal femoral region in elderly women (mean age 84 years). Compared with the placebo group (n=888), the treated women (n=877) had 32% fewer nonvertebral fractures and 43% fewer hip fractures. Eighteen months of treatment resulted in an increase of 2.7% in bone density of the total proximal femoral region compared with a decrease of 4.6% in the placebo group (p<0.001)." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"Hip fractures are by far the most troublesome fractures for older adults, and, unfortunately, many cannot live an independent life after a hip fracture. A broken bone calls for prompt professional help. After a bone has been set, the following supplements and other recommendations will aid in healing. Unless otherwise specified, the dosages recommended here are for adults. For a child between the ages of twelve and seventeen, reduce the dose to three-quarters the recommended amount." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.) "An estimated 80 percent of the 250,000 hip fractures that occur in the United States every year are due to osteoporosis. With a proper diet, nutritional supplements, and exercise, most of the unpleasant side effects of menopause can be minimized, if not eliminated. The dosages given below are for adults. NUTRIENTS supplement suggested dosage comments Very Important Beta-1,3-D-glucan As directed on label. Boosts bone marrow production and acts as a powerful stimulant for the immune system. Cerasomal-cis-9-cetylmyristoleate As directed on label." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"A 3-year study of more than 9,000 women with osteoporosis found that Actonel reduced hip fractures significantly, from 3.2 percent in the placebo group to 1.9 percent in the Actonel group.794 This study found no significant þ ? ? Alendronate (Fosamax) benefit among women who did not actually have osteoporosis but were included because of their age or other risk factors. Boniva, which is given just once a month rather than once a week, can increase bone mineral density." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.) "Though supplements of 1,000 milligrams of calcium and 400 IU of vitamin D3 daily improved the density of bone in the hip, it did not reduce the number of hip fractures.779 Scientists have tried to explain the disappointing results: The Calcium is important for preventing and treating osteoporosis—but by itself it isn't enough. Taken together with adequate vitamin D, it may help reduce the risk of falling as well as improve bone mineral density." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"Thus, these drugs can be considered a major risk of dizziness and falling, and therefore, bone and hip fractures among senior citizens. In 1994, the British Medical Journal published a study showing that diuretics (drugs used to lower blood pressure) cause an 11-fold increase in diabetes. As reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 1993, ACE inhibitors (a group of pharmaceuticals that are used primarily in treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure) can cause potentially fatal kidney damage and even death, if they are given too soon after a heart attack." - Andreas Moritz, Timeless Secrets of Health & Rejuvenation: Unleash The Natural Healing Power That Lies Dormant Within You (Get the book.)

"However, in a 12-year study of 77,761 women, those who drank more than 14 glasses of milk per week had 45% more hip fractures, compared with women who consumed 1 glass per week or less.2 Moreover, in certain areas of the world where dairy products are not consumed, osteoporosis is uncommon. Although these studies do not prove that drinking milk worsens bone health, they also do not support the notion that consuming more dairy products will help solve the osteoporosis epidemic." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"An excess rate of hip fractures is often used as a reliable indicator of osteoporosis, a bone disease that especially affects women after menopause. It is often claimed to be due to an inadequate intake of calcium. Therefore, health policy people often recommend higher calcium consumption. Dairy products are particularly rich in calcium, so the dairy industry eagerly supports efforts to boost calcium consumption. These efforts have something to do with why you were told to drink your milk for strong bones—the politics of which are discussed in Part IV." - T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Thomas M. Campbell II, The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted and the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-term Health (Get the book.)

"It did not reduce the rate of hip fractures or fractures elsewhere besides the spine, however. A few complications of bisphosphonates that are especially worrisome have been getting significant attention lately. Some people taking Actonel or Fosamax have developed osteonecrosis of the jaw, a condition in which part of the jawbone dies. This seems to be an uncommon side effect, but it is frightening Alendronate works by slowing bone resorption. It is commonly given once a week." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"ASSOCIATION OF RATES OF hip fractures WITH CALCIUM INTAKE FOR DIFFERENT COUNTRIES 100 -\ o o o - 80 1 2 60 g. I O OJ !=! 40 20 • UNITED STATES • NEW ZEALAND • SWEDEN • JERUSALEM • UNITED KINGDOM • HOLLAND • YUGOSLAVIA ' HONG KONG • SINGAPORE • FINLAND i 500 1,000 Calcium Consumption (mg/day) I 1,500 Given these findings, it seems perfectly plausible that animal protein and even calcium—when consumed at excessive levels—are capable of increasing the risk of osteoporosis. Dairy, unfortunately, is the only food that is rich in both of these nutrients." - T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Thomas M. Campbell II, The China Study: The Most Comprehensive Study of Nutrition Ever Conducted and the Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-term Health (Get the book.)

"They called gonadal deficiency "an important and heretofore understudied" factor predisposing men to increased hip fractures, and concluded that "prevention of hip fractures in men may involve early recognition and treatment of testosterone deficiency."24 Numerous studies consistently show that long-term testosterone replacement therapy to combat hypogonadism improves bone mineral density and reduces bone turnover." - Michael Friedman, ND, Fundamentals of Naturopathic Endocrinology (Get the book.)

"To date we have over eight studies reported in peer-reviewed medical journals demonstrating increased hip fractures with fluoridation. Most studies have shown that fluoride treatments do increase the density of the axial skeleton (the spine) but clinical studies have not shown a significant reduction in spinal fractures in the elderly. In one review of all articles reporting on the use of fluoride to treat postmenopausal osteoporosis, Dr." - Russell L. Blaylock, M.D., Health and Nutrition Secrets (Get the book.)

"In a very large 2004 cohort study published in Osteoporosis International, 34,703 postmenopausal women were followed prospectively to determine if their supplemental vitamin A and dietary intakes were associated with increased hip fractures or all fractures. After subjecting all the data to rigorous statistical analysis, the results showed no association between vitamin A or retinol intake from food or supplements with an increased risk of hip or all fractures." - Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH, Naturopathic Nutrition: A Guide to Nutrient-rich Food & Nutritional Supplements for Optimum Health (Get the book.)

"This is demonstrated by an increase in the number of hip fractures in communities where fluoridated water is consumed.25 While good evidence does show that drinking fluoridated water can reduce the incidence of cavities, an argument can be made that the risks of ingesting fluoride outweigh its benefits. Probably the most effective way to prevent cavities is to eliminate refined sugar from the diet. Aluminum is another toxic metal that is commonly added to municipal water supplies in order to remove particulate matter." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"In addition, women who have breast-fed their babies may have fewer osteoporosis-linked hip fractures after they've passed through menopause.56 Breast-feeding has also been associated with a lower risk of ovarian cancer and a reduced risk of breast cancer (page 65) in premenopausal women.57'58 What conditions are related to breast-feeding? Several problems common to breast-feeding mothers can be prevented or eased through simple techniques or addressed with common, simple treatment options." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, osteoporosis is responsible for more than 300,000 hip fractures every year. The good news is, the more magnesium you get, the stronger your hipbones. If you're a man over 50, try for at least 420 mg of magnesium per day. Woman over 50 need a minimum of 320 mg. Grains, nuts, seeds, and legumes are all good sources but here are some other foods you might want to try." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"People who use Prilosec, Nexium, and other types of acid-reducing drugs are more likely to experience hip fractures. The risk is significant—almost a 50 percent increase of hip fracture after one year, and two and one-half times greater risk of fracture after long-term use of the drug. Normally, the acid environment of the stomach helps to break food down for further digestion. Throughout the digestive tract, hundreds of species of good bacteria also help to break down food, enhance immune function, and protect us from infection." - Jack Challem, Stop Prediabetes Now: The Ultimate Plan to Lose Weight and Prevent Diabetes (Get the book.)

"The Framingham Heart Study, for example, found that people who consumed approximately 250 meg of vitamin K a day had a 35 percent lower risk of hip fractures compared to those who consumed just 50 meg a day. True, you'd have to consume 10 cups of arugula to get that much, but still, a few cups in a salad is a good start (33 mg). And besides, that's hopefully not your only source of vitamin K. The arugula plant, like many others in the cruciferous family, contains glucosinolates." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"Those who are deficient in vitamin K have been shown to have a 30 percent higher risk of hip fractures than those with higher intakes. A relative of coenzyme Q10, K2 can be found in something called natto-a Japanese fermented soybean dish. (Samurai warriors would eat natto to increase their strength and quicken their reflexes.) K2 can also be found in low-fat cottage cheese, chicken, and certain cheeses. It doesn't come from milk and isn't found in yogurt, as it's a waste product of bacteria that ferment milk into cheese. YOU Tip: Beware of the Supermodel Diet. What's that?" - Mehmet C. Oz., M.D. and Michael F. Roizen, M.D., You: Staying Young: The Owner's Manual for Extending Your Warranty (Get the book.)

"Compared with the placebo group (n=888), the treated women (n=877) had 32% fewer nonvertebral fractures and 43% fewer hip fractures. Eighteen months of treatment resulted in an increase of 2.7% in bone density of the total proximal femoral region compared with a decrease of 4.6% in the placebo group (p<0.001). The dosage of vitamin D3 was 20 meg (800 IU)/day and elemental calcium was 1.2 g/day (Chapuy et al 1992)." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"The difference in hip fractures is probably due to a difference in anatomy, which makes the hip less likely to break on impact. Other evidence suggests that isoflavones do promote bone strength. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are currently allotting significant resources—approximately $10 million—for studies to determine whether isoflavones play a role in bone health. •Breast cancer. Asian studies indicate that women who eat soy foods three or more times weekly have a reduced risk of breast cancer." - Bottom Line Health, Bottom Line's Health Breakthroughs 2007 (Get the book.)

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