Hip Fractures from Osteoporosis Predicted to Double by 2050

Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health

Briana Mercola

Health & Fitness, Alternative Health

4.6 • 1.5K Ratings

🗓️ 9 December 2025

⏱️ 8 minutes

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Summary

Osteoporosis affects one in three women and one in five men over 50 globally, with hip fracture rates projected to double by 2050 due to aging populations and inadequate treatment
Fewer than half of hip fracture patients worldwide receive osteoporosis treatment, despite evidence that coordinated fracture liaison services effectively prevent secondary fractures and reduce mortality rates
Calcium and vitamin D3 work synergistically for bone strength, but many people struggle to convert vitamin D3 into its active form due to impaired enzyme function within cells
Bones require collagen for elasticity and flexibility, not just calcium. Ideally, one-third of protein intake should come from collagen sources like bone broth or gelatinous meats
Resistance training two to three times weekly significantly strengthens bones, particularly at the hip and spine, while low-impact activities like walking provide insufficient stimulus for bone growth

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0:00.0	What would change in your life if you knew hip fractures are projected to double by 2050,
0:05.0	and that many are preventable with steps you can take today.
0:08.0	Welcome to Dr. Mercola's cellular wisdom.
0:11.0	Stay informed with quick, easy-to-listen summaries of our latest articles, perfect for when you're on the go.
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0:21.6	Hello and welcome to Dr. Mercola's cellular wisdom. I'm Ethan Foster.
0:27.6	Today we're talking about osteoporosis, why hip fractures are rising worldwide, and what you can do to strengthen your bones with targeted nutrients, collagen support, and resistance training.
0:39.5	I'm Alara Sky.
0:41.0	Osteoporosis affects one in three women and one in five men over 50 globally.
0:46.5	It often stays silent until a serious fracture happens.
0:50.6	Many people only learn they have it after a hip break that instantly changes mobility, independence, and even survival odds.
0:58.0	A 2023 review in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research warns that hip fracture rates could double by 2050.
1:06.0	The main drivers are population aging and failure to treat osteoporosis after a first fracture.
1:12.8	Fewer than half of patients worldwide receive any osteoporosis care once they leave the hospital,
1:18.6	which sets them up for a second preventable break.
1:22.0	Outcomes vary by region.
1:24.2	Western Europe and North America show plateaus or modest declines in fractures, while Asia and
1:29.8	South America face sharp increases tied to sedentary living, nutrient poor diets, and limited sunlight.
1:37.5	Mortality after hip fracture remains a concern. In some countries, as many as one in four women
1:43.6	and one in three men die within a year.
1:47.0	One proven fix is coordinated fracture liaison services. These programs identify anyone with a first fracture,
1:54.6	evaluate bone health, and start treatment to prevent another. Where they exist, repeat fractures
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