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Craig Stoltz

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posted 05/07/2008, comments (2)

Older Guys: Get Evaluated for Osteoporosis

Older men should be evaluated regularly for osteoporosis, according to new guidelines of men and the bone-thinning disease released by the American College of Physicians. There's been an undercurrent of men-get-osteoporosis-too coverage in the press in recent years. But this set of guidelines is based on pretty rigorous analysis of research to see... Read more Chevron

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posted 02/29/2008, comments (2)

Should I stop taking Actonel since my T-score is worse?

My T-score is lower(from -1.9 to-2.4) in my hip since I started taking Actonel.I have been taking it for 3 years now. Should I continue taking it or stop and look for alternatives?

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posted 01/10/2008, comments (2)

Osteoporosis Public Television Documentary

Helllo Everyone, I am writing from Information Television Network, a television production company located in Boca Raton, Florida. We are the producers of "Healthy Body, Healthy Mind." This health and wellness series is currently airing on Public Television across the country. Please see the link below for the latest schedule.... Read more Chevron

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posted 09/13/2007, comments (4)

Osteoporosis, low Vitamin D & thyroid problems

I am curious about whether there is a connection between osteoporosis, low vitamin D levels and a multinodular goiter. I am 57, just got the results of my DXA scan and have a spine T score of -2.5. I also had low vitamin D levels and I'm taking 50,000 units weekly. My vitamin D levels are now at the low... Read more Chevron

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posted 08/13/2007, comments (0)

Glycine Supplement May Help Prevent Osteoporosis

Researchers at the University of Granada suggest that glycine, a non-essential amino acid, taken as a dietary supplement may help to prevent osteoporosis and other degenerative diseases. In all cases involved in the study, symptoms were significantly reduced by adding glycine to the diet. The need for pain medication also decreased. More... Read more Chevron

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