Summary
Recent discussions in health media highlight growing concerns about calcium supplements, particularly their potential risks outweighing benefits. Articles in major publications like the Globe and Mail and the Toronto Star have prompted patients to question the safety of calcium supplementation, especially among postmenopausal women who often take these supplements to prevent osteoporosis. Evidence suggests that rather than protecting against fractures, calcium supplements may increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Experts emphasize that the rationale behind recommending calcium supplements is weak, primarily based on outdated assumptions about dietary needs. The recommended daily allowance of 1,200 milligrams is derived from statistical averages rather than robust clinical evidence. Studies indicate that populations with lower calcium intakes, such as those in Japan and Africa, experience significantly lower rates of osteoporosis and hip fractures compared to those in the U.S. and other high-dairy countries.
Research has shown that high calcium intake does not correlate with better bone health and may even be linked to increased fracture rates. Furthermore, the consumption of animal protein, often found in dairy, may exacerbate calcium loss from bones. The consensus among recent studies is that dietary calcium should come primarily from plant sources, and physical activity is crucial for maintaining bone strength. Experts recommend limiting dairy intake and avoiding calcium supplements altogether, suggesting that a daily intake of around 500 milligrams from food sources is sufficient for most individuals.
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Do calcium supplements prevent osteoporosis? Are they harmful? The difference between calcium in food and supplements. A cautionary tale of how bad science led to widespread use of a potentially toxic substance - the calcium supplement. Check out my blog at https://medium.com/@drjasonfungMore Information:BOOKS:The Obesity Code - Reviewing underlying physiology of weight loss and how low carb diets and fasting can help. https://www.amazon.com/dp/1771641258?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Diabetes Code - Reviewing how type 2 diabetes is a reversible disease and dietary strategies. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0795BLS8D?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dThe Cancer Code - Scientific exploration of how cancer develops - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062894005?ref=exp_jasonfung_dp_vv_dAmazon:USA - https://www.amazon.com/shop/jasonfungCanada - https://www.amazon.ca/shop/jasonfung**Fasting Aids**Pique Fasting Tea (recommended)https://www.piquetea.com/drjasonfungFasting Community and Coaching:https://www.thefastingmethod.com/YouTube Medical Lectures (for specialist physicians):1. The Roots of the Obesity Epidemic - https://youtu.be/q8BGYhreaco2. Therapeutic Fasting - The Two Compartment Problem: https://youtu.be/ETkwZIi3R7w3. Does Calorie Counting work? https://youtu.be/5F5o0a4p_3U4. Two Big Lies of Type 2 Diabetes - https://youtu.be/FcLoaVNQ3rc5. Reversing Type 2 Diabetes Naturally - https://youtu.be/mAwgdX5VxGc6. Insulin Toxicity - https://youtu.be/4oZ4UqtbB_g7. Saturated Fat - Friend or Foe? https://youtu.be/QetsIU-3k7Y8. Diet and Disease - https://youtu.be/2yoOx_7MLn09. Dangers of Fructose - https://youtu.be/pG89j432w-Y10. Insulin Resistance - https://youtu.be/dimP7IdM2Og11. Role of Hormones in Weight Loss - https://youtu.be/ZbnshVO4PRM12. The Obesity Code Lecture 1 - https://youtu.be/YpllomiDMX0Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoyL4iGArWn5Hu0V_sAhK2w/joinTimestamps0:00 Should you take Calcium Supplements?5:45 Osteoporosis and Calcium18:54 Hip fractures and calcium supplements34:53 Risks of calcium supplements39:40 Cancer and calcium supplements#jasonfung #drjasonfung #fasting #fastingbenefits #weightlosstips #intermittentfasting #drfung #fung #calories #weightlosstips #caloriesincaloriesout #weightloss #nutrition #diet #health Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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