Osteoporosis - the word strikes fear into many women, especially those who have relatives who suffer from this debilitating bone disease; however, instead of being afraid, act! Â Taking steps now to prevent bone loss is much easier than building bone later. It may not be as easy as 1, 2, 3 to keep osteoporosis at bay, but an action plan can increase your chances of keeping strong bones for your entire life.
As a health educator, I firmly believe in the benefits of prevention. Â If you have a steadfast commitment to your body's overall health, learning about stopping problems before
Building Bones: Older Women
by Lori Sciame May 14th, 2012 | Exercise, Health Observance
It's a fact. Many women will develop osteoporosis after the age of 50 because of declining hormone levels due to menopause. Don't despair, however, as you can still work to prevent this bone thinning disease from affecting you. What you need to do is continue to fight bone loss as you age.  One of the best ways to do this is through weight bearing exercises. Read on to learn how easy it really is to exercise your way to bone health.
First, get moving! Walk, jog in place in front of the television, or even jump rope. All of these forms of exercise can help
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First, get moving! Walk, jog in place in front of the television, or even jump rope. All of these forms of exercise can help
Osteoporosis: Prevention is Key
by Lori Sciame April 30th, 2012 | Health Observance
Strong bones provide much needed structure for our bodies. Without them providing support and protection, we would be unable to survive. Imagine your brain not surrounded by your skull or your lungs not encased in ribs. Kind of a scary thought, right?
Sadly, as we age, our bones can begin to deteriorate; however, we can take precautions to slow this process. To support National Osteoporosis Prevention Month this May, read on to learn more about what this condition entails, as well as ways to prevent it from happening to you or your loved ones.
What exactly does osteoporosis do to our
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Sadly, as we age, our bones can begin to deteriorate; however, we can take precautions to slow this process. To support National Osteoporosis Prevention Month this May, read on to learn more about what this condition entails, as well as ways to prevent it from happening to you or your loved ones.
What exactly does osteoporosis do to our
Preventing High Blood Pressure
by Dean Heller MD April 27th, 2012 | Ask the Doctor
I am only 31, and my blood pressure has been high a few times when I go to my doctor's office. I work a lot of hours, and I travel quite a bit, so I have no time to work out.  My diet is not great, and it will also be difficult to change. He wants to start me on medications, but I am reluctant; what can I do?
While you obviously are a hard worker, and that is great, you have to put more priority on your health. It is just not adequate to say that it is too hard to change. If you
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While you obviously are a hard worker, and that is great, you have to put more priority on your health. It is just not adequate to say that it is too hard to change. If you
Parkinson’s and Diet/Exercise
by Dean Heller MD March 30th, 2012 | Ask the Doctor
My father has Parkinson's disease. I have been trying to have him eat a healthy diet and to exercise. I think it is overall just good for him given his limitations at this time. I also heard that it is helpful for the Parkinson's itself. If that is true, it would help me convince him to listen to me.
A healthy diet, high in fiber, and low in saturated fat and carbohydrates is good for general health, including heart and colon health. Exercise is also beneficial for health in general. It has beneficial effects on cholesterol, weight, diabetes, and high
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A healthy diet, high in fiber, and low in saturated fat and carbohydrates is good for general health, including heart and colon health. Exercise is also beneficial for health in general. It has beneficial effects on cholesterol, weight, diabetes, and high