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18.05.10 / Train your Spine and Stomach

It is one thing to try to “stand up straight.”

18.05.10 / Fracture Awareness with the FORE Fracture Risk Calculator

May is Fracture Risk Awareness month, so we’re providing a direct link to our exclusive fracture risk calculator for those who haven’t had a chance to use it yet.

18.05.10 / Fig and Granola Bowl

Try this delicious, fiber-rich 385-calorie breakfast that delivers 410 mg. of calcium and is quick to fix.

19.04.10 / Tune into Fracture Risk Factors

Age and gender are well established fracture risk factors. Others include current smoking, excessive alcohol use (more than 3 drinks of alcohol a day), and certain chronic diseases, as well as the use of cortisone-like steroids (like prednisone), tranquilizers and sedatives, and anti-seizure medications.

19.04.10 / Reducing the Effect of Risk Factors

Clearly, the presence of risk factors in your profile influences your fracture risk, but you can take action now to reduce the possibility of future broken bones.

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19.04.10 / Assess Your Risk with the Fracture Risk Calculator

An important first step in dealing with a diagnosis of osteoporosis or low bone mass (osteopenia) is to get a good estimate of your future risk of fracture; you need to learn your risk numbers (see below) and discuss them with your provider.

19.04.10 / Boost Bone Health – Stop Smoking

One of the best things you can do for your bones is to stop smoking. Fortunately, many resources are available to help in taking this often-challenging step. 

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19.04.10 / Three-Cheese Spinach Frittata