Coffee may be dangerous for women who buy Fosamax

Women who receive a prescription to buy Fosamax to prevent the development of osteoporosis may want to think twice before reaching for their next cup of coffee. Experts say that the beverage can have negative effects on bone health.

A recent article in the New York Times cited evidence that in addition to reducing calcium absorption, coffee can interfere with the action of certain medications, including bisphosphonates like Fosamax.

Furthermore, there is a well-established link between excessive coffee consumption and low bone mass density. The Office of Dietary Supplements states that drinking coffee increases the amount of calcium excreted in urine. This reduces the amount absorbed by the body.

The agency states that one cup of coffee can result in the loss of two to three milligrams of calcium. The effect is worst among older women who are already losing bone density.

Coffee may be one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, but individuals who are already at risk for developing osteoporosis or who receive a prescription to buy Fosamax may want to find another drink of choice.