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Bone Loss: Causes, Prevention Strategies, and Effective Treatments
Bone health is easy to overlook — until problems like fractures or chronic pain appear. Bone loss, known medically as osteopenia (early stage) or osteoporosis (advanced stage), is a gradual weakening of bone tissue that increases the risk of injury, long-term discomfort, and reduced mobility. Whether you're hoping to prevent bone loss or manage it after diagnosis, understanding the underlying causes and your options can help you take proactive...
Post on Fri, May 09, 2025 by Paula Gallagher
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Calcium Confusion: Keeping Bones Strong
The topic of calcium can be very confusing. What kind should you take, how much should you take? Hopefully I can clear up some of the confusion and we can get you on the road to strong...
Post on Wed, Jul 05, 2023 by Paula Gallagher
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4 Supplements for Post-Menopausal Bone Health
Guest Blogger: Lisa Jo Finstrom Lisa Jo Finstrom is a licensed nutritionist in Bethesda, Maryland, who speaks English and Spanish. She believes that a whole food approach to life, balanced with daily movement and stress management is...
Post on Wed, May 25, 2022 by Village Green Nutrition Team
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Why You Should Know About Mineralization
Are you craving something salty? Chances are, you may be demineralized. Demineralization is the process of reducing mineral ions in the HA crystals of hard tissues, for example, enamel, dentin, cementum and bone...
Post on Tue, Mar 08, 2022 by Teri Cochrane
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A Plant-Based Diet Can Build Strong Bones
All the nutrients you need to build strong bones can be found by eating plants, without the negative health risks from milk and dairy products. Nutrient-packed fruits and vegetables, along with exercise, can help build and maintain strong bones....
Post on Mon, Nov 30, 2020 by Susan Levin, MS, RD, CSSD
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Be Good to Your Bones
May is National Osteoporosis Month – shining a much needed light on this serious condition. Internationally, one out of three women over 50 will experience a bone fracture, and one out of five men. In the United States, the Centers for Disease Control reports...
Post on Wed, May 20, 2020 by Teri Cochrane
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6 Tips to Build Strong Bones Early
Most people think of osteoporosis as a disease that affects people over 65, but bone loss is something that can be prevented or at least minimized by supporting strong bones way before then. Although the best prevention for bone-thinning osteoporosis begins early, during the first two decades...
Post on Wed, Dec 05, 2018 by Paula Gallagher
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Calcium for Bones - And So Much More
Calcium is next in our series A to Zinc and is probably the most commonly taken mineral. Calcium is also the most abundant mineral in the body and although most people associate it with supporting strong bones and teeth, calcium for bones is hugely important – but it's...
Post on Tue, Apr 03, 2018 by Paula Gallagher
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Building Strong Bones with Diet, Exercise and Bone Guardian
As we age, our bone density decreases and diseases such as osteoporosis can occur. The best way to avoid this, or decrease the chance of this disease, is by making sure your bones are strong now. Exercise, diet and supplementation are all important for building strong bones...
Post on Tue, Oct 27, 2015 by Paula Gallagher
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