This time last year we told you about the various osteoporosis risk factors such as smoking, calcium deficiencies and other factors in our Learning About Osteoporosis Risk Factors We Can Control blog post. We also highlighted the risks associated with the long-term use of medications like prednisone, cortisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone and how they may [...]
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Osteoporosis Gardening Safety Tips
May 18, 2011 – 2:13 pm
With spring comes warmer weather and the gardening season is upon us. When we set aside enough time for gardening we really see results. We can stand back and watch plants grow and bloom knowing it was our green thumb that made it happen. Osteoporosis shouldn’t stop you from enjoying this activity. Based on information [...]
Eat More Calcium-Rich Foods for Better Bone Health!
May 11, 2011 – 7:38 am
Eating more calcium-rich food is definitely good advice. It’s what our body needs as part of a healthy, balanced diet. As we age, especially females over 50, we need to increase the amount of calcium we ingest. Let’s look at the simple things you can do to improve the amount of calcium in your diet. [...]
