Strong Women Build Strong Bones
Osteoporosis and Osteopenia Basics:
Reducing Fracture Risk: This article discusses the basics of bone-enhancing nutrition, exercise, and health habits.
Osteoporosis and Fracture Risk Factors: I've gathered a number of risk factor lists here. You'll notice a difference between risk of osteoporosis and risk of fracture. It seems obvious to me that lowering fracture risk is our first priority.
Strong Bodies, Sturdy Bones: An article about
a family of women and their bone health.
Strength Training, Aerobic, and Balance Exercise:
Designing Exercise Programs to Lower Fracture Risk in Women: Article published in Strength and Conditioning Journal, February, 2006.
Exercise, Bone Density, and Fracture Risk: An article I wrote that was published in Master Trainer about research findings about exercise, bone density, and fracture risk.
Strength Training Can
Build Bone Density: An article written about my work and published in the Ithaca
Times in January 2004.
Aerobic and Balance Exercises To Lower Fracture Risk: Exercises to improve balance and lower the risk of falling, plus making aerobic exercise more bone-loading.
Photos of Home Routine Exercises
What Nutrients Are Needed For Bone Health: The "short list" of nutrients needed for bone health.
Which Whole Foods Support Bone Health? Getting the best bone-supporting foods.
Should You Use Vitamin and Mineral Supplements For Bone Health? Using supplements to support bone health.
Recent Findings About Vitamin D and Our Health: An article I wrote that was published in Master Trainer reviewing exciting new research about vitamin D and how it effects both our overall and bone health.
Dexa Scan and Other Testing or Early Warning:
Bone Testing: Bone Scans and Beyond: Information about a number of tests available to help you assess your bone health. Many health care practitioners don't use some of these tests, such as assessing Vitamin D levels, but they're usually glad to know about them.
My Experience With Dexa Scan Accuracy: A personal report that might help you interpret your own results.
Periodontal Health and Bone Density: Gum disease can be an early warning that the body is losing bones.
© 2005 Elaine Mansfield