Worried about osteoporosis
Posted:
Sat Apr 17, 2021 9:03 pmby Alycia 123
Hi,
Sorry if this is a silly question . But can nuts and avocados still be consumed on the mcdougal diet? I’m worried that eating nuts and avocados will cause osteoporosis?
Re: Worried about osteoporosis
Posted:
Sun Apr 18, 2021 8:23 amby Ejeff
Why are you worried that specifically these 2 things cause osteoporosis?
Both nuts and avocado are allowed in small quantities as long as you are not trying to lose weight or have heart disease.
Erin
Re: Worried about osteoporosis
Posted:
Sun Apr 18, 2021 9:30 pmby Vanilla Orchid
I have osteoporosis, and it is not from eating nuts or avocados. There are a lot of things that could have caused or contributed to osteoporosis including heredity, consumption of animal products, certain medications, and insufficient exercise. Not sure what your situation is, but nuts and avocados don't cause that problem.
Re: Worried about osteoporosis
Posted:
Mon Apr 19, 2021 12:32 pmby MINNIE
Alycia,
I don't see the connection with the foods you mention. There are some good reasons to be moderate in consuming the higher fat foods, but bone damage isn't one of them.
If you are concerned about osteoporosis, you may find this article from a WFPB medicine site interesting:
https://www.pcrm.org/health-topics/healthy-bonesI think that if you are following the McDougall plan, along with getting some moderate exercise, you are doing the best thing you can to protect your bone health.