Hip Fracture Patient Care Guidelines

January 17, 2012

Statistics indicate that 90% of hip fractures are the result of osteoporosis. As our society ages, the phenomenon will have significant impact on our health care system. Recently the GTA Rehab Network, an organization composed of publicly-funded hospitals and community based organizations in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), prepared and released best practice guidelines for [...]

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A Tip That Will Make Your Winter Nordic Walking Safer

January 17, 2012

Depending on what part of the world you live in, the winter months can be a challenging time for you and your pursuit of your outside activities. When ice or snow are in your path, your favorite exercise activity, whether it is walking or nordic walking, could lead to a fall. And for those of [...]

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Kale as a Natural Source of Calcium

January 12, 2012

When it comes to bone and heart health, the recommendation from the experts is to get more calcium through our diet rather than using calcium supplements.  One of the best natural sources of calcium is kale.  Kale is also rich in Vitamins C A, K, and flavonols.  One cup of raw kale has roughly 200 [...]

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Kale Chips for Bone Health

January 9, 2012

I came across an excellent recipe online for kale chips. You should try these. They are easy to make, delicious and bone healthy. Purchasing kale chips at the store can be quite expensive so this is the way to go.

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Two Bone Healthy Recipes

January 5, 2012

In one of my earlier posts, I describe the personal journey Dr. Terry Wahls took to create a nutrition plan after she was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The nutrition program she follows is not only appropriate to brain health, it is also beneficial to your bones.

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Yoga for Better Bones Available on Amazon.com

January 4, 2012

I am pleased to announce that Yoga for Better Bones is now available for purchase on Amazon.com. The price is US$14.95.

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Sets and Reps Explained

January 4, 2012

One of the first things that you should do after you sign up and register for your MelioGuide Exercise for Better Bones osteoporosis exercise program is download your twelve week schedule. Sets and reps are integral to your exercise program and are included in your schedule.

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A Nutrition Plan for 2012

January 4, 2012

Earlier this week (as part of my New Year’s message) I shared this video presentation, Minding your Mitochondria by Dr. Terry Wahls, with my clients who visit me at Function to Fitness Physiotherapy – my clinic in Ottawa.   Dr. Wahls is a mother and Physician who has Multiple Sclerosis. In this 18 minute video she [...]

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Prostate Cancer and Osteoporosis

December 5, 2011

Robert just joined the MelioGuide client network. He recently contacted me and asked if I could review his exercise routine and, if necessary, suggest some modifications. I was very impressed by his commitment to his health and asked him if I could share his story with you. Here it is.

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Webinar Question: Osteoporosis Treatment for an 83 Year Old Woman

December 5, 2011

The following question was asked during a recent Q&A webinar. The question comes from a Physical Therapist currently taking the Building Better Bones Physical Therapy continuing education course. The student is a Physical Therapist working in a community care setting and is treating an 83 year old woman for osteoporosis. She has limited time with [...]

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