Salt in BONE OUT?

Salt in BONE OUT? Table salt (refined) and sea salt is primarily a combination of sodium and chloride (NaCl). Sodium is an essential element, which means we can’t live without it. Our bodies need sodium and it makes the taste of food, oh-so-good. But too much of a good thing can result in bone loss. [...]

Bone density exams can be flawed

Bone density exams can be flawed Did you know that bone density testing facilities are not required to have certified trained technicians? Also, the doctor reading the exam is not required to be certified as a densitometrist? Training is voluntary! Any MD can issue a report on a bone density test. This is a huge [...]

Concerns raised over long-term use of bone drugs, New York Times Article

Concerns raised over long-term use of bone drugs, The following excerpt is from an article from last weeks New York Times, Concerns raised over long-term use of bone drugs. “In an unusual move that might prompt millions of women to rethink their use of popular bone-building drugs, the Food and Drug Administration published an analysis [...]

Wait until age 65 to have a bone density?

Wait until age 65 to have a bone density? The HMO’s have run with this directive from the International Society of Bone Densitometry ISCD). I read a newspaper headline the other day, “Bone density testing Not Necessary until the age of 65.” I have talked with patients whose doctors are telling them they do not [...]

Osteoporosis Miracles? + The Produce Dirty Dozen revised

In the last newsletter I wrote about the Bemer 3000 device and claims that it can improve bone density. Many of you who have Bemer machines wrote me to let me know you love your Bemer. That is great, what I have a problem with is the claims specifically about bone. There are simply NO [...]

How did you fracture that bone? Bone Density & Bone Quality

Osteoporosis Recording Available Now! What does the diagnosis of osteoporosis or osteopenia really mean? Should you be afraid or become educated about your condition? This presentation includes a beautiful slide show, as well as notes that you can print out before viewing the webinar which will make it easier to take notes. Once you purchase [...]