Diabetes patients need to pay attention to their bone health.

Because persistent high blood sugar weakens the bones.

Would taking dietary supplements for bone health help patients with diabetes? We examined related questions.

 

I am a patient in my 60s who has been taking diabetes medication for five years. Since I am elderly and also have diabetes, I was told I need to pay more attention to my bone health, so I am considering trying a bone-strengthening dietary supplement recommended by those around me.

 

Q. Is it okay for a diabetic patient to consume this?

 

A. Does not raise blood sugar... but should be more faithful to basic lifestyle habits

Diabetic patients have weaker bones than healthy individuals.

 

Because of high blood sugar, a type of sugar toxin called advanced glycation end products (AGEs) are produced, which damage the bones and reduce their quality.

Managing the diet to control blood sugar levels inadvertently also affects the intake of protein and calcium. Therefore, many diabetes patients, like the person who asked the question, are concerned about bone health.

 

 

To conclude, taking health supplements that are said to help bone health does not affect blood sugar levels. The amount of collagen extract contained in the supplement is very small, so it does not significantly impact blood sugar, so you can rest assured. However, remember that it is intended as a 'supplement' for bone health, not for treatment purposes.

Rather than taking supplements to strengthen bone health, improving daily lifestyle habits is more beneficial for long-term bone health. To increase bone density, you should engage in at least 30 minutes of regular aerobic exercise daily and perform strength training exercises at least twice a week.

 

Eat foods rich in calcium as well. The Korean Society of Bone and Mineral Research recommends a daily calcium intake of 800 to 1000 mg. This amount is equivalent to two or three glasses of milk (which contains 226 mg of calcium per 200 mL). It is good to consume a variety of calcium-rich foods such as anchovies, which are called the "king of calcium," as well as nuts, soy milk, cheese, and chickpeas. Protein is also important. The recommended daily amount is 1 to 1.2 grams per kilogram of body weight. Include lean meats, eggs, and tofu with each meal.

 

To strengthen bones and prevent osteoporosis, it is also important to ensure adequate vitamin D levels. Getting enough sunlight is beneficial, but if you are concerned about UV rays, supplement with vitamin D-rich foods such as salmon, mackerel, fish, and mushrooms. For convenient vitamin intake, vitamin D supplements are also recommended. By following these simple guidelines, your bones can remain sufficiently healthy.

 

However, since each patient's condition may vary, it is recommended that individuals over 50 undergo a bone density test at least once and take prescribed medication if necessary.

 

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It is recommended to undergo a bone density test first.

From now on, depending on the test results, you can take nutritional supplements.

 

Consuming health supplements for bone health

It's somewhat fortunate that there's no issue with blood sugar.