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Osteoporosis & Bone Health Treatment in Pasadena
12 holistic practitioners in Pasadena who can help with Osteoporosis & Bone Health. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
12 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 Pasadena for Osteoporosis & Bone Health
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#1
83.6GPS
Muscle Lab
RelevantMedical staff·Certified recovery specialists
4.6(89)
2381 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
✓ IV Nutrient TherapyCryotherapy
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(626) 469-4434#2
90GPS
Paracelsus Natural Family Health
VerifiedParacelsus Natural Family Health Center·ND/DO Team
4.5(50)
Paracelsus Natural Family Health, Pasadena, CA 91101
naturopathic medicinenaturopathic primary care
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89.4GPS
Optimal Health & Wellness
VerifiedDr. Clement Lee, NMD·NMD, Licensed ND (ND-385), Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine 2009, BS Biological Sciences UC Irvine, AANP, CNDA, NAEM, NATI, Hackett Hemwall Foundation prolotherapy training
4.7(89)
202 S Lake Ave, Suite 298, Pasadena, CA 91101
iv nutrient therapyhormone therapyWestern Herbal Medicine
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(626) 869-8946#4
89GPS
LALIM Health
VerifiedDr. April Soto·MD, FAAFP, FAIHM
4.5(50)
LALIM Health, South Pasadena, CA 91030
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
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87GPS
Shine Health and Wellness
VerifiedDr. Kimberley Shine·MD
4.5(50)
Shine Health and Wellness, Pasadena, CA 91101
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
Dr. Reem Sharhan ND
VerifiedDr. Reem Sharhan·ND
4.5(50)
Dr. Reem Sharhan ND, Pasadena, CA 91101
naturopathic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
Dr. Max's Healing Center
Dr. Max Healing Center·DC
4.5(50)
Dr. Max's Healing Center, Pasadena, CA 91101
Chiropractic Care
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85GPS
Wuxia Integrative Medicine
Wuxia Acupuncture·L.Ac Team
4.5(50)
Wuxia Integrative Medicine, Pasadena, CA 91107
AcupunctureFunctional Medicine Consultation
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(626) 639-3887#9
85GPS
Dr. Sarah Thompson Naturopathic Care
VerifiedDr. Sarah Thompson, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Pasadena, CA
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Dr. Sarah Thompson Naturopathic Care
VerifiedDr. Sarah Thompson, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Pasadena, CA
naturopathic medicine
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