Knowing how to move safely avoids unnecessary risks for falls and fractures. That can improve your life. Avoid unnecessary risks. NOF publication https://www.nof.org/wp-content/uploads/Safe-Movement-Brochure-COMBINED.pdf details proper bending, lifting, etc. This brochure...
The numbers are scary if anyone actually pays attention. Every year about 75,000 Americans die of complications of a hip fracture. Another 75,000 wind up in a nursing home for...
Diet and exercise are not always enough to prevent fractures. Medications are needed if you are fracturing or BMD is falling despite your best efforts. We have many posts about when...
Many individuals do not get enough calcium in their diets alone, especially as they get older and absorb calcium less well. Most people who take precautions against sunburn and skin...
Not everyone gets osteoporosis and unnecessary fractures. Some risk factors are genetic about which we can do nothing directly. But we can optimize our nutrition, follow a healthy lifestyle and...
BMD (Bone Mineral Density) = Calcium in Bone. If you want strong bone you must get enough calcium. Calcium in food is best. Take control naturally with calcium in foods....
Men can develop osteoporosis. In fact, 1 in 4 men over age 50 will experience unnecessary fractures due to clinical osteoporosis. Fractures can often be prevented by treating the underlying...
Calcium is crucial for bone health. I have many blogs dealing with calcium. Click the Calcium category to your left to see them all. NOF has a video about calcium...
Many fractures involve a fall. So don’t fall. But that is easier said than done. Practicing balance exercises strengthens your muscles, improves your reflexes, improves your balance, strengthens your bones,...
You can get a new tip about how to improve your bone health every day in May. Visit https://www.nof.org/national-osteoporosis-month-may-2020/ to access the 31 Ways to Stay Bone Strong....