Mineral water and bone health.  Not all water is the same

Mineral water and bone health. Not all water is the same

Skelly and I like to quench our thirst. Instead of reaching for filtered water, we drink one bottle of Gerolsteiner Mineral Water of 750 mg. Not only because of the bioavailability of calcium and magnesium, but because mineral water compensates for a very acidic Western diet characterized by high grains and animal products. Drinking 1,500-2,000…

Save Our Bones Bulletin: Study Identifies Gene That Controls Bone Development;  How thyroid-stimulating hormone affects the risk of osteoporosis;  Meta-analysis concludes that walking can extend your life

Save Our Bones Bulletin: Study Identifies Gene That Controls Bone Development; How thyroid-stimulating hormone affects the risk of osteoporosis; Meta-analysis concludes that walking can extend your life

This month we explore studies on genes responsible for osteogenesis (bone development), the link between thyroid function and osteoporosis, and the life-saving benefits of walking. First, we will analyze new research that clarifies how certain bone cell precursors become bone-building cells. This discovery could point to new therapies for osteoporosis. Next, we’ll examine a review…

The conversation about weighted vests continues: why we can’t stop raving about weighted vests

The conversation about weighted vests continues: why we can’t stop raving about weighted vests

By Cameron Vazquez, MPH We have been here at the Center for Better Bones for many years – and so have our customers! – have sung the praises of weighted training vests and belts. And how can we not do that? Not only does weighted exercise equipment allow us to do less and accomplish more,…

Osteocytes: the ignored but crucial multitasking bone cells and how to activate them

Osteocytes: the ignored but crucial multitasking bone cells and how to activate them

For decades, scientific studies and writings on the cells that determine bone health have focused on two types of cells: osteoblasts and osteoclasts. But it turns out that a third type of cell, long overlooked and underestimated, could be the key regulator of bone remodeling. Today we will highlight this often overlooked bone cell. You’ll…

Dr.  Brown’s crystal ball predictions for 2023

Dr. Brown’s crystal ball predictions for 2023

Muscle testing will become as important as bone density testing as doctors understand the intertwined aging loss of both bone and muscle. “Everything is energy” will become a well-known concept and the popularity of energy medicines will increase enormously. You’ll see more homeopathy, acupuncture, Qi Gong, Reiki and many other treatments including Chakra balancing and…

Feeding Your Bones – Interview with OsteoBoston

Feeding Your Bones – Interview with OsteoBoston

Shelly Gladstein, a peer leader for OsteoBoston, part of the Bone Health Osteoporosis Foundation (formerly NOF), invited me to answer submitted questions about Food for Healthy Bones. I discussed: Oxalates Your body is data Pre- and probiotics Natto Protein Powders – Truvani Protein Powder Beans Gums – EDTA and more….. Chapters: Instructions for viewing chapters…

Schedule November 2023 — Bone Talk

Schedule November 2023 — Bone Talk

Bone Buddies Virtual Support Group: November 2023 schedule Join the Bone Buddies Online Virtual Support Group this November! Weekly sessions cover topics ranging from diet, exercise, treatment and more! Saturday, November 4: Practice session at 10am CT; October Healthy Eating Review at 11am CT Wednesday, November 8 at 5:30 PM CT: Practice session Saturday, November…