DXA 2022 My latest DXA and TBS report is in. As a reminder, I was diagnosed with osteopenia in 2005 and given a script for Fosamax. I declined. I was in my 50's. Now I'm in my 70's. My intention was to implement my 7 pillars for bone health for a better outcome: At that […]
Bone health and Fractures
Article reposted with permission from Dr. Lani Simpson: https://lanisimpson.com/blogs/news What Fractures Tell About Our Bones Article Summary: • Fractures can be a sign of poor bone health, even though they are a common occurrence. • Bones are living tissue that require a balance between resorption and formation to remain healthy. • Factors that can contribute […]
My 70 Year Old Bones
DXA 2022 My latest DXA and TBS report is in. As a reminder, I was diagnosed with osteopenia in 2005 and given a script for Fosamax. I declined. I was in my 50's. Now I'm in my 70's. My intention was to implement my 7 pillars for bone health for a better outcome: At that […]
Mighty Bone-Loving Oatmeal
The best breakfast cereal for your bones Mighty Bone Loving Oatmeal packs a delicious nutrient boost. Oats are high in the form of soluble fiber called beta-glucan, which is beneficial for heart health. They are a good source of manganese, a component of antioxidant enzymes, important in facilitating bone development and helping to make and […]
Bone Turnover Markers with Dr. McCormick
Hello friends of bones: I’m happy to present my Bone Turnover Marker PDF from my interview with Dr. McCormick. We discussed: What are Bone Markers? Why are they necessary? What is the best way to get an effective test? My gift to my community is the easy-to-navigate clickable transcript.
Lemony Sardine Salad
One of my favorite recipes Sardine Salad for your bones with a refreshing lemon flavor. Oily fish is a superfood and sardines are the unsung heroes of this group. They are rich in selenium and calcium and are an excellent source of omega-3s. They are high in EPA and DHA which are essential fatty acids […]
Feeding Your Bones - Interview with OsteoBoston
Shelly Gladstein, a peer leader for OsteoBoston, which is part of Bone Health Osteoporosis Foundation (formerly NOF) invited me to answer submitted questions on Food for Healthy Bones. I discussed: Oxalates Your Body is Data Pre and Probiotics Natto Protein powders - Truvani Protein Powder Beans Gums - EDTA and more.....
Prunes For Your Bones
Eating prunes for your bones can help prevent or delay bone loss by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress. My prune blog offers two delightful recipes. Skelly and I spend a lot of time trying to get the word out about strong bones and how to feed them. But a lot of women we meet don’t […]
Mineral Water Blog Update
Skelly and I love to quench our thirst. Instead of reaching for filtered water, we drink one 750mg bottle of Gerolsteiner Mineral Water. Not only for the bioavailability of calcium and magnesium but because mineral water offsets a highly-acidic Western diet characterized by high grains and animal products. Drinking 1,500-2,000 mL of mineral water rich […]
