i stopped 2 years ago, now i have OsteoArtritis, did i bring this on myself.....
2006-12-19 07:58:30 · 6 answers · asked by craff2c 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
http://www.webmd.com/content/article/78/95594.htm
Check out the website above for a comprehensive overview of osteoarthritis. Yes, milk has plenty of calcium which prevents bone loss but other foods and drinks have lots of calcium too (e.g. orange juice, spinach, etc). Osteoarthritis generally means a wear-and-tear of the cartilage that lines your bones. The lack of milk consumption is NOT the main factor in the development of osteoarthritis (OA). Check out the website above. Hope this helps...
2006-12-19 08:07:29 · answer #1 · answered by Just passing by... 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, not drinking milk two years ago did not cause the Osteoarthritis. It occured years ago, when you probably were not thinking about it. Sorry, but the damage is already done.
Always remember that there are many other sources of calcium such as cheese, yogurt, vegatables such as spinach.
2006-12-19 08:14:16 · answer #2 · answered by anything-goes-witha-smile07 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Consult MD. You may need supplements now. Milk with Vit D and calcium can help prevent bone loss, after bone loss occurs, it will be more serious. MD will direct you to proper care.
2006-12-19 08:31:11 · answer #3 · answered by Shayna 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is always better to drink milk or use yogurt as it is easy and rich source of calcium needed by our bone.
2006-12-19 08:11:18 · answer #4 · answered by Pramod 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have osteoarthritis, not drinking milk didn't cause it. It has to do with aging, wear and tear and/or hereditary factors.
Here is info from the Mayo Clinic:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/osteoarthritis/DS00019
2006-12-19 08:04:33 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not if you're over 3 yrs of age.
2006-12-20 15:56:55 · answer #6 · answered by summersailing 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋