This patient was telling me that she drinks a glass of milk every day and that the calcium in her milk was enough to help her prevent osteoporosis. I explained that I believe vitamin D is more important in preventing osteoporosis than calcium. A vitamin D deficiency trumps a calcium deficiency. The truth is that very few clients demonstrate a calcium deficiency. American women are among the biggest consumers of calcium in the world, and they still have one of the highest levels of osteoporosis in the world. And eating even more dairy products and calcium supplements is not going to change that fact.
Vitamin D levels need to be at least 50-60. This is more effective than taking calcium for preventing osteoporotic fractures.
Eating dairy does not defend against osteoporosis, weak bones, or fractures. Eat lots of green vegetables and you’ll get calcium from that. I suggest fatty fish – such as wild salmon, sardines, and mackerel are good source of vitamin D. I recommend Iso D3 from Metagenics. They make gel capsules that contain either 2000 IU or 5000 IU. www.DrJeffreyTucker.meta-ehealth.com
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By DrTucker
03 Jul, 2010
Blog, Female issues, Nutrition
D3, overweight, pelvic floor & incontinence, urinary incontinence, Vitamin D, vitamin D3 & incontinence, Women's health, www.DrJeffreyTucker.meta-ehealth.com
Researchers at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse New York recently announced that pelvic floor disorders in women are associated with low vitamin D levels.
In a paper published in the April issue of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Dr. Samuel Badalian and Paula Rosenbaum studied 1,961 women and found 23% of American women over the age of 20 have a pelvic floor disorder, which often leads to urinary incontinence. Women who are overweight or who have had more than one child are at an increased risk.
The researcher found that low vitamin D levels predicted pelvic floor disorders, even in younger women and that urinary incontinence was twice as likely in vitamin D deficient women compared to women with higher vitamin D levels.
The authors concluded:
“Our findings suggest that treatment of vitamin D insufficiency and deficiency in both premenopausal and postmenopausal women could improve pelvic muscle strength, with a possible reduction in the prevalence of pelvic floor disorders, including urinary incontinence.”
I recommend getting your Vitamin D3 checked. My personal daily intake is 5000 IU. I use the vitamin D3 from Metagenics. Order at www.DrJeffreyTucker.meta-ehealth.com
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By DrTucker
28 Jun, 2010
Conditions, Nutrition, Treatment
Anti-inflammatory Diet, bloating, celiac disease, D3, digestive disorders, gas, gluten, gluten free diet, infertility, lactoflamx, UltraInflamX, UltraInflamX Plus 360, www.DrJeffreyTucker.com, www.DrJeffreyTucker.meta-ehealth.com
Most people don’t know they have Celiac Disease or gluten intolerance. Most practitioners overlook this disorder that causes damage to the small intestine when gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye, is eaten.
On top of infertility, other gynecological and obstetrical problems may also be more common, including miscarriages and preterm births. For men, problems can include abnormal sperm — such as lower sperm numbers, altered shape, and reduced function. Men with untreated celiac disease may also have lower testosterone levels.
The good news is that with proper treatment with a gluten-free diet and correction of nutritional deficiencies, the prognosis for future pregnancies is much improved.
Sources:
What is Celiac Disease?
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By DrTucker
06 Feb, 2010
Female issues, Hip Pain, Knee pain, Laser Therapy, Low Back Pain, Male issues, Nutrition, Treatment
Chondro-Relief Intensive Care, D3, Dr. Jeffrey Tucker, Dr. Tucker, EPA-DHA 6:1 Enteric Coated, Kaprex, metagenics, Osteoarthritis, UltraInflamX Plus 360, WLA Chiropractor
I had a question from a Doctor about what nutritional recommendations I use for patients with Osteoarthritis. Here is my response.
Make sure they are consistent for at least 3 months on an Anti-inflammatory diet. Depending on the client I use either the Mediterranean Diet or Paleo Diet.
The following are supplements from my Metagenics site (www.meta-ehealth.com/site/office/index.jsp) that I recommend:
If it is a light to moderate case:
Kaprex — 1-2 softgel twice daily
Non-responders by day 5, move to 6 softgels daily
Time to benefit: 2 to 10 days.
Kaprex is an herbal supplement that provides natural joint relief that is easy on the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It works by interfering with signals in the body that initiate the production of damaging compounds that cause minor pain and negatively impact cartilage and other joint tissues.
Chondro-Relief Intensive Care – 2-3 capsules twice daily
Chondro-Relief Intensive Care supports healthy joint function with Glucosamine HCI, Chondroitin Sulfate, Methyl-Sulfonyl-Methane (MSM), P. Canaliculus, Hyaluronic Acid, and Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables (ASU) in addition to other antioxidants that support healthy connective tissue.
EPA-DHA 6:1 Enteric Coated — 2 softgels three times daily. Omega 3 fatty acids are important for patients with chronic inflammatory conditions.
D3 5,000 — 1 tablet two times daily. Get there blood level checked & then dose up or down.
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If it is a moderate to severe case:
UltraInflamX Plus 360 — 2 scoops twice daily. They make a shake in the morning & afternoon. It is a Medical food for inflammation and biotransformation.
Chondro-Relief Intensive Care – 2-4 capsules twice daily
EPA-DHA 6:1 Enteric Coated — 2 softgels three times daily. Omega 3 fatty acids providing a ratio appropriate for patients with chronic inflammatory conditions.
D3 5,000 — 1 tablet three times daily.
I have clients use Capsaicin cream and rub it on the involved area at least four times per day.
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