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Osteoporosis & Bone Health Treatment in Mesa
21 holistic practitioners in Mesa who can help with Osteoporosis & Bone Health. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
21 Practitioners
2 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Osteoporosis & Bone Health
Gabriel treats osteoporosis as REVERSIBLE in many cases, not inevitable bone loss requiring bisphosphonates. Bone is LIVING tissue, constantly remodeling (osteoblasts build, osteoclasts break down—balance determines density). Bisphosphonates (Fosamax, Boniva) STOP bone remodeling (poison osteoclasts...
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IV Nutrient TherapyPeptide Therapy
Key Supplements
- Calcium 1000-1200mg/day (FOOD sources better than supplements—see diet, if supplement: calcium citrate or hydroxyapatite, split doses, take with meals, avoid calcium carbonate—poorly absorbed), Vitamin D3 5000-10000 IU/day (CRITICAL—without D3, calcium not absorbed, optimal level 60-80 ng/mL for bone health—most need high dose), Vitamin K2 MK-7 200-300mcg/day (CRITICAL—directs calcium to bones, OUT of arteries, most important and most overlooked, synergy with D3), Magnesium 400-600mg/day (cofactor for bone formation, most people deficient—glycinate, citrate, or malate form), Boron 3-6mg/day (improves calcium/magnesium metabolism, increases estrogen), Strontium Citrate 680mg/day (increases bone density—but controversial, reduces fracture risk, take separately from calcium, European approval, not FDA approved in US), Vitamin C 1000mg 2x/day (collagen synthesis—bone matrix), Collagen Peptides 10-20g/day (bone matrix—especially Type I collagen), Silica (bamboo extract) 40mg/day (bone formation), Vitamin A 5000-10000 IU (bone health—but don't megadose, too much impairs bones), Zinc 15-30mg (bone formation), Copper 1-2mg (collagen cross-linking, bone strength), Manganese 5-10mg (bone formation), Omega-3 2-4g/day (anti-inflammatory, bone health), Ipriflavone 600mg/day (soy isoflavone—prevents bone loss, especially post-menopausal women), DHEA 25-50mg (if low on labs—hormone precursor), Bioidentical hormones if appropriate (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone—work with doctor, protect bones)
Key Lab Markers
- Bone density scan (DEXA scan—measures BMD in spine, hip, wrist, T-score: >-1 normal, -1 to -2.5 osteopenia, <-2.5 osteoporosis, Z-score compares to age-matched), Repeat every 1-2 years (track progress), Comprehensive metabolic panel (calcium, phosphorus, alkaline phosphatase, kidney function), 25-OH Vitamin D (optimal 60-80 ng/mL for bones—most people <30, need supplementation), Parathyroid hormone (PTH—if elevated, causes bone loss, check if high calcium or low vitamin D), Bone turnover markers: CTX or NTx (bone resorption—breakdown, high = losing bone), P1NP or Osteocalcin (bone formation—building), ratio shows balance, can track every 3-6 months (faster than DEXA—guides treatment), Thyroid panel (TSH, Free T3, Free T4—hyperthyroidism causes bone loss, hypothyroidism affects metabolism), Sex hormones: Estradiol, Progesterone, Testosterone, DHEA-S, FSH (post-menopausal women—low estrogen causes bone loss), Men: testosterone (low causes bone loss), 24-hour urine calcium (hypercalciuria—losing calcium in urine, causes: high sodium, excess protein, idiopathic), Magnesium RBC, Zinc, Vitamin K (if available), Celiac antibodies (if GI symptoms—malabsorption causes osteoporosis), Comprehensive stool test (if malabsorption suspected—affects nutrient uptake), CBC, Inflammatory markers (hs-CRP—chronic inflammation breaks down bone), Homocysteine (high associated with fractures), Bone-specific alkaline phosphatase (bone formation marker), FRAX score (10-year fracture risk calculator—guides treatment decisions)
Practitioners in Mesa for Osteoporosis & Bone Health
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#1
95GPS
Nevy Health
VerifiedDr. Mona Morstein, NMD, DHANP, VNMI; Dr. Cassandra Borghese, NMD·NMD, DHANP, VNMI, 36+ years experience (Dr. Morstein), author of
4.9(126)
6402 E Superstition Springs Blvd, Suite 123, Mesa, AZ 85206
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 833-0302#2
95GPS
Nevy Health
VerifiedDr. Mona Morstein, NMD, DHANP, VNMI; Dr. Cassandra Borghese, NMD·NMD, DHANP, VNMI, 36+ years experience (Dr. Morstein), author of 'Master Your Diabetes'
4.9(0)
6402 E Superstition Springs Blvd, Suite 123, Mesa, AZ 85206
naturopathic medicine
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(480) 833-0302#3
88GPS
Orange County Naturopathic
VerifiedDr. Dhurga Reddy·ND
4.5(50)
Orange County Naturopathic, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
naturopathic medicinenaturopathic primary care
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(949) 574-4978#4
88GPS
Dr. Kristen Fujii Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Kristen Fujii, NMD·NMD, highly rated on Healthgrades
5.0(0)
1620 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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Dr. Kristen Fujii Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Kristen Fujii, NMD·NMD, highly rated on Healthgrades
5.0(0)
1620 W University Dr, Mesa, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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87GPS
BodyCentre Day Spa
Kelley Gast & staff·Expert-led wellness services
4.5(280)
801 Baker St Suite E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
light therapy
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(714) 668-9925#7
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Vaughan Vitality Wellness
Dr. Kristi Vaughan·DC
4.5(50)
Vaughan Vitality Wellness, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
naturopathic medicineFunctional Medicine ConsultationChiropractic Care
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87GPS
Natural Holistic Medical Center
VerifiedDr. Michael Ptack, ND·ND, licensed naturopathic doctor
4.8(73)
Mesa, AZ (serving East Valley)
naturopathic medicine
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Natural Holistic Medical Center
VerifiedDr. Michael Ptack, ND·ND, licensed naturopathic doctor
4.8(0)
Mesa, AZ (serving East Valley)
naturopathic medicine
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86GPS
Etara Wellness
VerifiedDr. Rasha El Naggar·MD, MBiotech, ND
4.5(50)
Etara Wellness, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
naturopathic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
TMS Health and Wellness
VerifiedDr. Claudia Eppele·MD, Harvard/UC Davis-trained
5.0(15)
2900 Bristol Ave Building B Suite 205, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Neurofeedback Training
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(855) 867-5551#12
85GPS
UCI Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute
VerifiedLilian Au·ND, MPH
4.5(50)
UCI Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
naturopathic medicinenaturopathic primary care
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San Diego Center for Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Joseph Aiello, DO·DO, osteopathic physician
4.7(48)
La Mesa, CA
integrative medicine
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(619) 403-1175#14
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Restore Health AZ
VerifiedDr. Neil Morris, NMD·NMD, naturopathic medical doctor
4.8(48)
Mesa, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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Restore Health AZ
VerifiedDr. Neil Morris, NMD·NMD, naturopathic medical doctor
4.8(0)
Mesa, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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San Diego Center for Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Joseph Aiello, DO·DO, osteopathic physician
4.7(0)
La Mesa, CA
integrative medicine
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(619) 403-1175#17
84GPS
Keystone Natural Family Medicine
VerifiedLicensed Naturopathic Physicians·ND, licensed naturopathic physicians
4.7(54)
10153 E Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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Keystone Natural Family Medicine
VerifiedLicensed Naturopathic Physicians·ND, licensed naturopathic physicians
4.7(0)
10153 E Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ
naturopathic medicine
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83GPS
East Valley ND
VerifiedLicensed Naturopathic Physicians·ND, licensed naturopathic doctors
4.7(41)
Mesa/East Valley area
naturopathic medicine
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