PATIENT-My father is 71, and in good health. He also leads an active life. The other day, he bent down to pick up something on the ground, and felt a sharp pain in his chest area. Worried, we took him to the doctor, got an x-ray done (that showed two cracked ribs!), and a blood test to rule out any possibility of blood cancer. Now the doctor says he has -3.5 bone density (osteoporosis) in his L1 vertebra (where the cracks in the ribs occurred), and the doctor has given him calcium. Also, his uric acid is high (6.5). He’s never had this problem before. Please suggest ways of improving his bone density (and lower his uric acid) so that his bones are not so fragile!

SUGGESTED SOLUTIONS-

Bone density is the medical term referring to the amount of matter per cubic centimeter of bones. Old age is associated with decreasing bone density in lumbar vertebra in both sexes although the rate of decline is faster in females.

Increased uric acid or hyperuricemia is the presence of excess of uric acid in the blood. Uric acid passes through the blood and enters blood stream. Most of it is excreted in urine. Normal levels are 3.4 to 7 mg/dL in males.

Ayurveda :

According to Ayurveda calcium deficiency is mostly related  with metabolism

Kokilakshakam Kashayam 15ml +60 ml warm water twice a day before food will be helpful to reduce uric acid level.

Naturopathy

Include more of calcium rich food like green leafy vegetables, ragi, milk and milk products in his diet. He may also need to take additional calcium and vitamin D supplements. Exposure to sun before 9 am and after 5 pm helps as it helps in vitamin D Synthesis.

For increased uric acid levels reduce on tomatoes, meat and meat products, paneer, mushroom etc. Consume fruits like lemon, oramge, pomegranate which is rich in vitamin C

Homeopathy

Medicines like calcarea phosphorica 6x symphytum 30 can be useful in improving the bone density and prevent further fracture of bones.

For uric acid, Kali carb, Lycopodium, Benzoic acid etc are found to be useful. Consulting a local homoeopathic physician is suggested.

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