Did you know that osteoporosis literally means porous bone? Osteoporosis is a disease in which the bones become brittle and weak, making them more susceptible to breaking. Approximately 10 million Americans live with this disease, and 44 million are at an increased risk of developing it.   May is Osteoporosis Prevention Month, a perfect time…

The foods that you eat can have a significant impact on your health. Most chronic illnesses can even be managed with a proper diet – think diabetes, cardiovascular disease and hypertension.   Osteoporosis is another chronic illness that diet and exercise can have a signifiant impact on. Every October 20th, World Osteoporosis Dayis observed to…

Did you know that June is National Dairy Month?  Whether you’re eating cheese, ice cream, yogurt or drinking milk in your morning coffee, dairy products are one of the largest food groups in the American diet!   Unfortunately, dairy has gotten some negative press over the past few years because many fad diets claim it’s…

May is National Osteoporosis Prevention Month! Osteoporosis is a disease of the bone that makes your bones weak and more likely to break.  According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, ~10 million Americans have osteoporosis and another 44 million have low bone density, putting them at increased risk for osteoporosis.   Even though the numbers may…

Celebrate National Osteoporosis Month this May by taking action to Break Free from Osteoporosis. The National Osteoporosis Foundation, established in 1984, is dedicated to preventing osteoporosis, promoting strong bones for life and reducing human suffering through programs of awareness, education, advocacy and research.   It is estimated that 10 to 54 million Americans have osteoporosis,…

Bend Over Backwards for Milk!   One of the health highlights of May is that it is National Osteoporosis Prevention Month. It is estimated that 10 to 54 million Americans have osteoporosis, with 80% of cases being women.   Bones are living, growing tissue and osteoporosis occurs when there is bone loss or too little…

Happy National Diary Month! Do you remember those Got Milk? Ads that were popular in the 90’s? Those advertisements were published with the intent of promoting the consumption of cow’s milk so that production in California would increase. These ads were on the right track to encouraging the consumption of milk. I am here today…

Each May is Osteoporosis Prevention Month. Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by weak bones. Bones are live, growing tissues which must be cared for and maintained like other tissues in the body. They become weak as a result of bone loss, too little bone being made, or a combination of both.   There are some…

It is often assumed that Americans do not get enough vitamin D. I frequently hear stories about people going to their doctor for regular check-ups and come out with a recommendation to purchase nutritional vitamin D supplements in order to boost vitamin D levels in their bodies. The National Center for Health statistics conducted analysis…

Bone and Joint Health National Awareness Week is a global event that focuses on musculoskeletal conditions such as arthritis, back pain, osteoporosis and trauma.  During the week of October 12th -October 20th, individuals and organizations worldwide organize events and projects to bring awareness to ways to prevent, manage and deal with these disorders.   These conditions…

June is known for many things such as the beginning of summer, the end of school and warm weather, but strong teeth and bones?  Well, we can now add this to our list of why June is so great because it is also known as National Dairy Month!  Dairy is essential because it provides us…

Calcium is necessary for our heart, nerve, and muscle function in addition to proper blood clotting. Studies have shown that low calcium intake throughout one’s life is directly associated with low bone mass and thus a higher incidence of bone fractures. In addition, studies are showing a possible link between a diet deficient in dairy…

Food Item  Serving Size Calcium (mg) Milk Whole 8 oz 290 1% milk 8 oz 300 2% milk 8 oz 297 Skim milk 8 oz 302 Yogurt Plain fat-free (with added milk solids) 8 oz 487 Plain low-fat (with added milk solids) 8 oz 447 Fruit, low-fat 8 oz 338 Frozen, vanilla, soft serve 1/2…

There are many factors that determine who will develop osteoporosis. Certain people are more likely to develop osteoporosis than others. The risk factors that increase the likelihood of developing osteoporosis are noted below. Women have a greater risk of developing osteoporosis because women have less bone tissue and lose bone more rapidly than men. Women…