Menopause Matters Forum
Menopause Discussion => All things menopause => Topic started by: Ruby10 on January 25, 2018, 09:38:32 AM
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Does anyone take calcium tablets now they are in peri or menopause? What dose are you supposed to take during this stage in life to help protect bones?
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Diet high in calcium and weight baring exercise e.g. brisk walking, are both essential. HRT will help maintain bone density. If there is a family history of osteoporosis or you experience a premature meno or have other health reasons that make you more prone to reduce bone density, then ask for a scan. Supplements can be beneficial but Vitamin D is essential to help absorb the calcium. If you don't get at least 15 mins of sunshine per day, every day (preferable on arms or legs without sunscreen), then vitamin D deficiency often occurs. It is strongly advised you take a good dose of Vitamin D in winter.
The brisk walking or other weight baring exercise are top of the list - great for keeping blood pressure down and lifting mood as well. DG x
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Thanks DG
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I'm don't drink milk and am at risk of osteoporosis (osteopaenia on bone density scan) so I take 600mg calcium with vit D each day, as well as trying to include a yoghurt and some cheese in my diet daily. I also try to walk for an hour a day to increase bone density and I started hrt today.
Hopefully all that will help to maintain my bone density ☺
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That all sounds sensible Stephjkm.
Soya, oat or coconut milk all have added calcium.
DGx
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That all sounds sensible Stephjkm.
Soya, oat or coconut milk all have added calcium.
DGx
Thanks DG, your responses are always very encouraging ☺