Is it actually wrong to "supplement calcium"?
Dr. Berger admitted that he had mistakenly advised patients to take large amounts of calcium supplements in his clinical practice in the past, which is one of the things he regrets most many years later.
He pointed out that many patients with osteoporosis or osteopenia are misled into thinking that the problem comes from "calcium deficiency," so they take calcium carbonate supplements like crazy.
In fact, doing so not only fails to strengthen bones, but may also lead to arterial calcification and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease .
Studies show that adults who take an extra 500 to 1000 milligrams of calcium daily,
The risk of heart disease and stroke increases by approximately 20% to 30% , respectively .
Another study, which tracked more than 60,000 people over 19 years, found that...
People who consume 1400 mg of calcium daily have more than double the risk of dying from heart disease .
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Why does calcium supplementation lead to calcification?
The calcium in the human body is divided into two types: "intracellular calcium" and "extracellular calcium".
When there is an excess of calcium inside the cells, the cells will die.
If this excess calcium cannot be properly directed to the bones, it will deposit in blood vessels, joints, or soft tissues , forming what is known as calcification .
Dr. Berger points out that more than one-third of middle-aged people have calcification in their blood vessels .
This explains why many osteoporosis patients continue to experience a decline in bone density even when they consume large amounts of calcium — because the calcium is "going to the wrong place."
The truly key nutrients: Vitamin C , magnesium, and K2
Instead of taking large amounts of calcium supplements, it's better to focus on nutrients that help the body utilize calcium correctly .
- Vitamin C
- Maintaining collagen synthesis is fundamental to bone elasticity and structure.
- Severe vitamin C deficiency can cause scurvy, leading to bone resorption and osteonecrosis.
- Dr. Berg recommends taking about 6,000 mg of vitamin C daily (divided into 2 to 4 doses) until mild diarrhea occurs, then reducing the dosage.
- Magnesium
- It is a natural "calcium channel blocker" that can prevent excessive calcium from accumulating in soft tissues.
- It helps balance nerve and muscle contractions and maintain a stable heart rhythm.
- Vitamin K2
- It is responsible for "guiding" calcium into bones and preventing blood vessel calcification.
- K2 deficiency is considered one of the most definitive predictors of vascular calcification.
In addition, consume foods rich in trace minerals and high-quality protein (such as red meat, eggs, and cheese).
It can further promote bone regeneration and repair.
The correct concept of calcium supplementation
- Calcium should primarily be obtained from natural foods , rather than from high-dose supplements.
- A small amount of dairy products (such as cheese) can meet the needs.
- Excessive calcium intake can cause problems such as high blood pressure, kidney stones, and arteriosclerosis .
- If you need to supplement calcium, you should also ensure that there is sufficient stomach acid to facilitate absorption.
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Rethinking the treatment of osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is not simply "calcium loss," but rather the result of damage to the body's collagen structure and an imbalance in nutritional regulation .
The real key lies in restoring the natural metabolic balance of bones, rather than simply "adding calcium".
As Dr. Berger said, "Stop using stones to repair your bones."
YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vgjv09aJpxU
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger's Chinese Health Knowledge
