This book compiles the latest information about bolstering bones, from prevention to treatment, into a single, easy-to-understand resource. The author, a leading expert on osteoporosis, covers everything you should know about your bones. Using evidence-based research, first-hand stories, and her own experience, she provides practical recommendations to optimize your bone health.
Get the facts on: bone health basics; risk factors for bone loss and fractures; bone density "DXA" scans; exercise and nutrition; vitamin D; prescription medicines; controversial "hot topics"; complementary and alternative approaches; and common health problems and medicines affecting your bones.
Designed to be practical and user-friendly, each chapter ends with a bottom-line summary, "The Bare Bones," allowing you to easily reference issues of interest. This book is a clear, accurate, and up-to-date guide to improving bone health and contributing to a healthier life.
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"This is a solid choice for consumers looking for an overview of osteoporosis, or for public libraries looking to update their collections."
-Library Journal
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Höhe: 229 mm
Breite: 152 mm
Dicke: 26 mm
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978-1-61614-435-7 (9781616144357)
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Diane L. Schneider is a former associate professor of clinical medicine at the University of California, and regarded as one of the world's leading experts on bone health.
