GERD

Researchers in Britain reviewed the medical records of over 145,000 patients over the age of fifty. Those taking drugs for GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) including Nexium, prevacid and prilosec increased their risk of hip fracture by 44%; the longer the use the greater the risk.

For those who need long-term PPI therapy researchers recommended increasing your calcium intake, preferably through dairy foods.

Source: Weil Medical College of Cornell University

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