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Can Beer Make Bones Grow Stronger?

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    Can Beer Make Bones Grow Stronger?
    Posted on: Thursday, 13 August 2009, 06:20 CDT
    Studies suggest that the high level of silicon found in beer may slow the thinning of bones and boost new bone growth...click the link below for the full article.

    Link to original article on redOrbit.


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    I hope so, i've just had two pints of real ale!
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    Quote Originally Posted by ajj1001 View Post
    I hope so, i've just had two pints of real ale!
    Yum!

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    • 1997: Snow Skiing Injury
    • 3/7/1997: Laminotomy L4/L5
    • 1999 & 2003: Motor Vehicle Accidents (not at fault both times) --> Grade V Annular Tears L4/L5 & L5/L6
    • 11/15/2003: 2-Level ProDisc® L4/L5 & L5/L6*, *lumbosacral transitional vertebra --> Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli
    • 4/2008: 4.5 years pain-free before "new" leg pain
    • 5/14/2009: Dynamic Stabilization System L4/L5, Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli
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    Default Slowing down DDD!

    I came across an article last year about resveratrol in red wine slowing down DDD. It seems us spineys should definitely have our fair share of alcoholic beverages!

    http://journals.lww.com/spinejournal...n_Found.4.aspx

    While we're on this subject I was wondering what fellow spineys think about taking glucosamine/chondroitin & collagen type supplements to help with DDD. In terms of research I've heard more pros than cons about them but I do wonder if they're helping much since I've just had another spine surgery! On the other hand I might be even worse without them! Anybody got an opinion about them?
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    Beer is amazing! Is has the following properties: anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine (although my allergist doesn't buy this one), prevents heart disease, and improves circulation! Now, it even strengthens bones!

    Thank God I'm Irish!

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    Hey All

    Yes beer has lots of good ,it also help me gain a nice belly and 30 lbs I need to loose

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ruth View Post
    I came across an article last year about resveratrol in red wine slowing down DDD. It seems us spineys should definitely have our fair share of alcoholic beverages!

    The Action of Resveratrol, a Phytoestrogen Found in Grapes,... : Spine

    While we're on this subject I was wondering what fellow spineys think about taking glucosamine/chondroitin & collagen type supplements to help with DDD. In terms of research I've heard more pros than cons about them but I do wonder if they're helping much since I've just had another spine surgery! On the other hand I might be even worse without them! Anybody got an opinion about them?
    Hi Ruth,

    Thanks for posting a link to the resveratrol - degenerative disc disease abstract. I've replied to your questions in another thread, click here.

    Quote Originally Posted by daveinaustin View Post
    Beer is amazing! Is has the following properties: anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine (although my allergist doesn't buy this one), prevents heart disease, and improves circulation! Now, it even strengthens bones!

    Thank God I'm Irish!

    -Dave
    Beer has many health benefits, if consumed in moderation. This is where you can get into trouble -->

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    • 3/7/1997: Laminotomy L4/L5
    • 1999 & 2003: Motor Vehicle Accidents (not at fault both times) --> Grade V Annular Tears L4/L5 & L5/L6
    • 11/15/2003: 2-Level ProDisc® L4/L5 & L5/L6*, *lumbosacral transitional vertebra --> Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli
    • 4/2008: 4.5 years pain-free before "new" leg pain
    • 5/14/2009: Dynamic Stabilization System L4/L5, Dr. Rudolf Bertagnoli
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    Now I know why my lower back is rotting out. I quit drinking completly 1 year ago. Go figure.
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    Justin,

    I fully agree with you. Most things are fine in moderation. It's the abuse that leads to trouble (food, beer, wine, etc).

    BTW, I love your "drunken smileys!"

    -Dave
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    Stalif Fusion L5-S1, 3/07
    Intrepid Fusion L4-L5, 7/08
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    RF Ablation (Medial Branch) 5/09
    CT Scan, MRI w/ contrast (no new info) 5/09
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    - I wake up with no pain
    - Stand/sit for 15 mins., pinching pain begins
    - Pain at center, core L4-L5
    - Lying down, pulsing/throbbing pain for 2-3 hours
    - Taking 6-8 Norcos/day
    SCS Implant 8/31/09

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