Book Description
"Gill Sanson's book is a well-researched breath of fresh air that will help women everywhere better trust the wisdom of their bodies." -- Christiane Northrup, M.D.

The Myth of Osteoporosis is a research-based work that provides clear insight into the myths of osteoporosis. These myths motivate both patient and physician into a lifetime of unnecessary testing and drug therapy — therapy that can in fact be life-threatening. Gillian Sanson's well-documented explanation of these myths can spare women great anxiety. She takes the fear out of aging and restores women's sense of control over their bodies. She gives women good reasons for challenging the common way that osteoporosis is handled in the United States and in many other industrialized nations. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (31)

A sleeper has awakened
When I was told I had osteopenia my (female) doctor handed me a prescription and a tri-fold pamphlet and told me to take calcium.When I went to the pharmacy to fill the prescription I asked the pharmacist to go over the potential side-effects of the drug with me.He looked at me like I had two heads.That was my introduction to becoming a "victim" of "bone disease".I went home and began to surf the Internet - searching for anything I could find on osteopenia and osteoporosis.And then I read this book!I came to the stunned realization that for most of my adult life I blindly followed doctor's orders, living in a sheep-like trance - plodding through life medicated at the whim of people who are bought and sold by Big Pharma.This is a ground-breaking book, filled not only with insight but hard facts.Thank God for Gillian Sanson.

Excellent!
I recently had a DEXA bone
scan and was diagnosed with
osteoporosis (or low bone
density).My doctor was
very "dramatic" when she tried
to explain the bigDANGER
that I was headed toward. She
said, "You'll break a hip and
end up in a nursing home and you
will die. That's your prognosis
if you don't do something about
this NOW."She hit her wrist
very forcefully and said, "You
cannot do this, because if you
do, your wrist will break and
it will not heal."Luckily, I
act from information and not
panic, and this sounded very
one-sided to me.She strongly
recommended that I take
injections every
day for one year to build
up bone mass.I am only 48
years old and am very healthy,
other than this
low bone density condition. (My
life style has been to eat well
and exercise since I was very
young.I have never smoked and
drank very little.I am
at my proper weight, which has
never fluctuated more than 10
pounds, and many
people think that I am ten years
younger.) This
book was God-sent! After reading
it, I got blood tested for Vitamin D deficiency.
I learned that I had no Vitamin D
in my system, which most Americans
are in the same boat! (I am rarely out in the sun
for long periods of time, other than
driving.)Therefore I was not
absorbing the calcium from my proper
nutrition. I got on
1,000 mg. of Vitamin D per day, in addition
to my usual multi-vitamin supplements, and
added a small portion of healthy fat
(butter on toast, or a small slice
of avocado with the tiny Vitamin D pill since it
is fat soluable; in other words your
body will not absorb Vitamin D unless
one eats a little fat along with it...My diet
does not include much fat, so I make sure to
eat a small portion of fat with the Vitamin D.) Within
hours I felt like someone had 'plugged
me into the wall!'I had so much energy,
and two weeks later I still feel unusually
healthier and with more energy than I ever
remember.I have to remind myself to go
to bed by my usual time, which is 10:30 or 11,
because I am so energized!Because of this
book and others that I have read to
research the BIG SCARE OF OSTEOPOROSIS
by the medical "experts" I was able
to zero in on my own particular body
without drugs that cause other dangerous
side effects, like bone cancer.The FDA
has approved this drug for bone building
with the highest level warning on the box.
The new bones are not strong,but fragile AND this
drug caused cancer in laboratory rats.

The MYTH about Osteoporosis helped me to
become familiar with many well-researched
facts regarding bone mass and the DEXA machines,
Bottom line is that NO machine can predict whether
or not one will fall and break
a hip due to bone density! The book is jam
packed with information. These
machines are all set by their various
manufacturers and the data that
they use to compare the individual
being scanned to other person's bone mass
does not make sense!EVERY WOMAN SHOULD
READ THIS INFORMATIVE BOOK!!!
TO PREVENT
BEING SCARED AND/OR BULLIED BY DOCTORS!

The MYTH of Osteoporosis empowers
The Myth of Osteoporosis was on a Website for imported bungee bounders I was browsing. Filled with informative details based on studies and research the pages within set records straight and empower the reader.

What Every Woman Should Know About Creating Bone Health, as this book states on the cover, is particular informative to all women caught up in a cycle of testing and expensive medication, due to Osteoporosis or Osteopenia.

The book offers straight facts, which in turn provides a solid foundation to form your own sound strategy. With the information in this book, we are better equipped to make informed decisions about our own bone health.

Some interesting information but highly repetitive
I was scared and discouraged when I got
a note from my doctor indicating some
significant bone density loss since my
last bone scan 3 years ago (a subsequent
visit with the doctor revealed the note
had been confusing and partially inaccurate).
The book mentions how frightening an
osteopenia diagnosis can be, and contains
interesting statistics on fracture
rates;the possibility of these
conditions being overdiagnosed;
the notion that normal female aging
is being over-medicalized by
drug companies;the fact that the
miracle drugs have serious side effects;
and the fact that women (and to some
extent doctors) are confused.
All of this is to the good.
BUT - the book is annoyingly repetitive.
It's not a very long book to begin
with and I'll bet if all the repetitive
ideas were removed, it would be no
more than half its length...
It's more like an article that was
reconfigured into a book but without
the addition of more substance.
So - worth reading but not nearly
as good as I anticipated (and hoped) based on the other readers'
glowing recommendations.

Very Clear Book
This book cleared up a lot of doubts I had about Osteopennia. I decided to quite taking Fosamax and Celebrex and I started walking and eating the right foods and I feel better than ever. Thanks for this great book.
Elsie ... Read more

Book Description
Revised edition of this popular title includes information on medications for osteoporosis.

Over 25 million Americans suffer from osteoporosis. The disease eventually affects 1 out of every 2 women and 1 out of every 5 men, which is expected to double in the next 25 years.

Most physicians now encourage an active lifestyle to help strengthen bones and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

Exercises for Osteoporosis is an essential book for any and all at risk for this debilitating disease, with over 100 detailed exercises for all people, at all levels of fitness, and at all stages of the disease.

Featuring:

• Exercises for the neck, hips, back, arms, and legs.
• Special exercises to increase balance to help prevent falls and fractures.
• Complete beginner, intermediate, and advanced workout programs.
• 100 b/w photos.

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Stop Bone Loss
Keep your disease from progressing with these helpful exercises for osteoporosis.You'll also learn how to improve the quality of your exercises with each level.

good information
Helpful information for excercises.Easy to understand with many pictures in the book.Helpful suggestions to improve the quality of your exercises with plans outlined for different levels of exercise.I recommend this book.

Don'tbe fooled by the title
As a clinician-scientist, I believe in evidence
based medicine
There is no evidence base to support the work-out
shown here to my knowledge have been proven
to build bones as opposed to other types
of exercise. As scientist from respected institution
like NASA can tell you, the only most important
way the body needs to stimulate bone building
is periodic weight-bearing exercises & stepping.
The same view is shared by neurophysiologists
of NIH of USA
This kind of title is extremely misleading
& should be taken with a grain of salt

Who Knew?
I learned a lot about how to keep my ospeopedia from progressing into osteoperosis.Who knew that walking did not help?This book claims that the key to preventing osteoporsis is weight training.The author provides six basic, progressive work-out progams which can be done at home.I was definitely inspired to try her approach to preventing bone loss.

WHAT YOUR DOCTOR FORGOT TO TELL YOU!!
Like many people who are diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis, I recived just about NO information from my doctor on how to improve bone health.It was just -- "take this pill and I'll see you at your annual physical."I was deeply upset that she had no information for me, provided almost no insight, and seemed vastly disinterested in providing any.I went out and looked for books to provide the information I needed.I found this book and couldn't be happier.In conjunction with Gillian Sanson's enlightening book "The Myth of Osteoporisis," this book should be in the hands of everyone who is interested in bone health.

This is an absolutely fabulous book!Well laid out, exercises are easy to do, 2 each routines for those with osteoporosis, osteopenia, or no diagnosis of either.A GREAT segment on spinal alignment.

This is a MUST HAVE book for every person who is interested in bone health.I liked the fact that although the majority of the exercises show a female demonstrator, her partner in some segments was male, and the demonstrator for spinal alignment is male.Men get osteoporisis, too.

Wnderful book!!Highly recommended. ... Read more

Book Description
You Can Fight—and Even Reverse—Bone Loss
How strong are your bones? At 35, a woman's battle against bone loss begins. And, it intensifies with menopause and beyond. Conventional medicine has offered such controversial therapies as estrogen replacement, a treatment that is potentially dangerous and only partially effective. Now, Dr. Gaby, one of the foremost authorities on nutritional and natural medicine, offers practical advice on osteoporosis that substantially increases a woman's chances for maintainting and even regaining normal bone mass. Inside you'll learn:
·How diet can help or hurt your bones
·How food allergies contribute to osteoporosis
·Which types of exercise are beneficial
·Why vitamin K is as important for bones as calcium
·And much more!
"A breakthrough approach to the successful treatment and/or prevention of osteoporosis."
—Health News & Review
"Clear and practical. This book will help thousands of women create healthy bones. And for those who already have osteoporosis, it provides solutions and hope." —Christiane Northrup, M.D., F.A.C.O.G., bestselling author, Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom ... Read more

Customer Reviews (11)

Tom
This product would be great if it wasn't based on 1994 data. A real waste of time and money.

A further education
About six months ago Iwas told that I had osteopenia and almost went into a panic.This book educated me on the possible ways that this condition could be reversed before more bone loss could occur.The book was clear and concise in discussing natural approaches, nutrition and scientific studies and how to apply them in everyday life to obtain possitive results.

Extremely helpful book
Even though this book was published in 1994 and thus doesn't include some of the latest research on osteoporosis, I found it incredibly helpful in understanding this disease as well as other health issues I face.Because it addresses other health issues, it helped me to understand how one problem may impact bone health, though it may not necessarily be the direct cause of osteoporosis.I was particularly impressed with the section on food allergies and want to try to implement his elimination diet in some way.I have long suspected that I have some other food allergies and wonder if they might be a contributing factor to the osteoporosis?Since I am also hypothyroid I appreciated his discussion of this issue, also the constant references to absorption and resorption.

It is one of the few health books I have read from cover to cover in the last few months.There is a lot of information in the book.I did occasionally find some of the explanations a bit technical for me, but it showed me that the writer has a good understanding of the topics he discusses, and I am sure they are helpful to other readers.I certainly would not let that stop me from highly recommending this book. I also appreciated his discussion of the medical profession's resistance to alternative healing.

Out of Date and Not Evidence Based
This book was published in 1995 (so of course was written in about 1993-94) so its information is very out of date. Since that time technology has introduced the BMD bone density scan, and the pharmaceutical industry has developed and promoted the use of bisphosphonates such as Fosamax and Evista. These two developments alone have rendered this book totally out of date and therefore not useful, in my opinion. Also, the information is not evidence-based, most of his recommendations are based on anecdotal and observed results, rather than on scientific studies. What he has to say is interesting, sometimes even fascinating, but is it accurate? For example, his recommendations on caffeine are based on the result of an "experiment" of giving three cups of coffee to five women. I don't consider that evidence-based medical protocol.

A vastly better source of information is The Myth of Osteoporosis, by Gillian Sanson, published in 2003. Her book is exhaustively researched, she cites medical and research studies involving hundreds and thousands of subjects, she covers the newest technologies and medications. The only thing missing from her book (because it was published a few years ago) is the very latest information about the potential dangers of Fosamax and the class-action lawsuits about the death of bone in the jaw that has caused people to have their jaws removed.She provides excellent suggestions for improving bone health, including exercise, dietary changes, supplements, and other ways to beat osteoporosis. She doesn't say that osteoporosis is a myth, she just debunks some of the myths surrounding this condition. I highly recommend this book over the Gaby book.

A treasure
This book is excellent and has surpassed my expectations of information, not only on osteoporosis, but many other aspects of health care.In fact, I am so pleased with it that I have bought a total of 4 copies, 3 being for my children.Two of them are in health care, and the third will also benefit immensely from the knowledge this book provides. Thank you, Dr. Gaby, for writing this book and sharing your knowledge and research with those of us with osteoporosis, and those who can head off its devastating effects. ... Read more

Book Description
With over 10 million Americanscurrently suffering from osteoporosis-and millions more at risk-awareness of the disease has been brought to the forefront. Many women try everything from calcium pills to lifting weights in hopes of increasing bone density to prevent this devastating condition. Dr. Felicia Cosman, who has specialized in osteoporosis for 15 years, asserts that every woman should be following a universal prevention plan.This comprehensive guide to a lifelong strategy covers everything women need to know, from the architecture of the condition, to methods for reducing risk factors, to preventative nutrition, exercise, supplements, and vitamins-and the latest findings about estrogen and hormone replacement therapy. But prevention may not be enough-bone density testing is also a crucial yet often misused component of diagnosis. This breakthrough approach presents women of all ages with new, safe, and accessible means of preventing osteoporosis. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Useful information from a physician/patient
If you are like millions of other women who have been diagnosed with low bone density, DON'T PANIC!I bought this book after a bone density scan; my physician informed me that I have spinal osteopenia and gave me some fairly alarming warnings about possibly needing to be on medication (though, to his credit, he suggested I obtain a second opinion).I immediately ordered this book and "The Myth of Osteoporosis" (also recommended) and am exceedingly glad I did.This book offers a comprehensive overview of diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, with much useful information that, as the title suggests, my doctor never provided.I learned that while bone density is a serious issue for older women, and should not be trivialized, the medical profession and pharmaceutical companies have converted what is essentially a normal state of aging into a disease.Women concerned about bone density should thoroughly inform themselves about how bone density scans are interpreted (this is a controversial area) and about all the medical and nonmedical options available to them.Equally important, they should educate their daughters, because the first few decades of life is the prime time for building healthy bone.For many women, the best course of action will simply to be to eat right, get plenty of exercise, and stop worrying!

Excellent Information
This book has much information about osteoporsis and what it means to your future. Along with this book, I strongly suggest reading another book "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Menopause - The Breakthrough Book on NATURAL Progestrone".The Osteoporsis book is extremely informatative about all aspects of the disease, osteoporsis, while the Progestrone book is full of informatin to aid you to become involved with your doctor in setting a course of action against osteoporsis.It is wonderful in explaning the differences between natural and man-made hormones.It gives information on REVERSING osteoporsis. Both books are a must read for anyone who has osteoporsis or is headed in that direction. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Simply life changing!
I have read all of Christina Pirello's books, and when I heard that her husband Robert wrote one, I knew I had to get it.And I am glad that I did because this books is amazing!It is full of validated scientific research but presented in an easy to understand way.No matter what stage of health you are in, this book has something for you.You will not be dissapointed!

Finally~Real Solutions!
This is my new favorite book!Robert Pirello candidly shares of his devastation in discovering that, as a young man in his 40's, he had the bones of a man in his 80's.He sustained several compression fractures in his lower spine. He had been a marathon runner for many years, and also had a very healthy (or so he thought) natural foods diet.

Last year, I was diagnosed with osteopenia, and I'm so thankful to have found this book, which is a real education in preventing osteoporosis, and even healing our bones.I, for one, refuse to take bisphosphanates, which all the commercials lead us to believe is the golden remedy.The potential risks and side effects are something I personally don't want to take a take a chance on.

One of the biggest changes Robert made in his diet was to add lots of beneficial fats, such as olive and avocado oils. He lists the supplements he takes for bone health, and there is one supplement he seems to credit the most for gaining back an unprecedented percentage of bone.He recommends a specific brand that he researched as truly being able to build bone density.And there are cautions with this as well (such as not taking it with grapefruit juice).He encourages everyone to work with a doctor when taking this and other supplements.

Robert actually gained bone back (something my doctor told me is nearly impossible once there is a diagnosis of osteoporosis).And he is running again, even marathons!That, to me, is a miracle.

This book is a testimonial well worth listening to and learning from, because this courageous man has real documented results.This is a book I knew I had to own, to refer to often.Besides having great information on bones, there are several chapters of bone-building delicious recipes~a bonus!

I highly recommend this book to everyone concerned about the health of their bones, and I wish I could give it 10 stars.To me, Robert is a pioneer, pointing the way for all of us baby boomers who thought we were so invincible.Especially those of us who have been practicing natural health lifestyles for so many years, and maybe missing a few key ingredients.He generously shares all he has learned.And at such a bargain price!

... Read more

Book Description
Facts and advice to help people understand and prevent osteoporosis

There are an estimated 55 million Americans over the age of 50 who have low bone mass. This easy-to-understand guide helps readers assess their risk and find a practical approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis. It covers bone density tests and a wide range of treatment options for osteoporosis-from hormone replacement therapy and acupuncture to calcium-rich foods, supplements, and exercise-and offers pointers on preventing broken hips and other common fractures.Download Description
Facts and advice to help people understand and prevent osteoporosis There are an estimated 55 million Americans over the age of 50 who have low bone mass. This easy-to-understand guide helps readers assess their risk and find a practical approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis. It covers bone density tests and a wide range of treatment options for osteoporosis-from hormone replacement therapy and acupuncture to calcium-rich foods, supplements, and exercise-and offers pointers on preventing broken hips and other common fractures. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Simply excellent
This book is all you need to understand and treat osteoporosis. Includes food, exercises, explanations and much, much more. Thanks

Do Your Bones a Favor (read this book)
One easily finds needed information about osteoporosis through the user-friendly format of the Dummies guide.Large print headings, symbols in the border(warning, tip, remember, technical stuff) and checklists make the info accessible.
Having recently been horrified to be told I have osteoporosis, this book tells me what I needed to know.The section headings give you an idea of the coverage:
*Understanding Your Bones
*Keeping Your Bones Healthy (eating/exercising)
*Diagnosing and Treating Osteoporosis
Some top ten lists fill out the book, plus a state-by-state review of osteoporosis programs and a glossary.
Armed with the knowledge from this book, you can take an active role in managing your osteoporosis.
... Read more

Product Description
One of the most practical exercise guides written to help fight against osteoporosis and low bone mass. Ms. Bissinger utilizes her years of experience teaching and treat patients to create an easy to use, simple exercise guide. Beautifully illustrated, the exercises offer an effective program to improve strength, balance, and posture. Thanks to her years as a physicial therapist, she has provided an unique section illustrating safe ways to perform many activities one performs on a daily basis. Safe ways to perform simple acts such as sitting, lifting, and sneezing are demonstrated in her section on "activities of Daily Living". ... Read more

Customer Reviews (5)

easy to use
A friend of mine recommended this book for my mother and I am so glad she did!
The illustrations are fabulous and the book is easy to follow. I did the exercises once with my mother and now she does them regularly! I am proud of her and thrilled that such a book can motivate her to take care of herself and exercise!

Great Patient Educational Tool
Ms. Bissinger's book, Osteoporosis:An Exercise Guide is a elegantly simple guide to help prevent and treat osteoporosis.

As a physician working with patients at risk for osteoporosis, I have found the book to bea great educational tool.The exercises are easy to perform thanks to itsconcisely written and well-illustrated format.

In addition to acomplete exercise program, Ms. Bissinger has included a section on postureand body mechanics.This section is an important complement to anyexercise regimen.The way one lives their daily life is crucial inpreventing back and spinal injuries.

Thanks to Ms. Bissinger for herterrific book.

One of the best excercise books I have seen.
As a physician, I recommend this book to all my patients who are concerned about osteoporosis.It is written by a physical therapist who has chosenspecific exercises that can strengthen bones.The book is beautifullyillustrated and very simple to follow.I advise any patient who wants tobegin exercising to start with this book.I wish there were more booksavailable that were as concise and helpful to one's overall health.

The pictures make it easy to understand.
A book of exercises to help to prevent osteoproses

It has pictures explaining all the exercices.
Verry good. It is so good I cant even explain it. It has helped my case of Osteoporosis vanish. ... Read more

Book Description

Once considered a progressive, incurable disease, osteoporosis can be prevented and/or treated in both early and later stages thanks to recent breakthroughs and medical developments. Now a medical doctor tells you what you can do to head off the crippling effects of this disabling illness.

• What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?
• What are the factors that put you at risk?
• Which common medications can increase your risk?
• Should you take estrogen for the prevention of osteoporosis?
• How is osteoporosis diagnosed?
• Who should get a bone-density test and what does it involve?
• What new bone-restoring drug has recently become available?
• What part do diet and exercise play in the prevention and cure of osteoporosis?
• What steps can you take to keep your bones strong and healthy

• Nutritional bonebuilders to add to your diet
• Simple bone strengthening exercises
• And Much More!

Customer Reviews (16)

Some good information but....
You have to be suspicious of a book when it advertises a drug (Fosamax) on the front cover and promises a cure when there is no cure. I think the book also confuses bone density with bone strength and all too quickly recommends hormone treatment and Fosamax. Let the reader beware! I have ostopenia and osteoporosis by today's measurements.

Cure?
This book hypes new drugs and cures for and prevention of osteoporosis. Well, they may work, but I am proof that despite taking Fosamax for 7 years since before menopause, and other drugs as well (miacalcin), it isn't the cure for everyone and, in fact, my condition has worsened to the point of fracturing my spine when I coughed. I have ALWAYS exercised, weight trained, and have a farm with lots of inherent "weight training",etc., My diet is extremely healthy- no processed foods, etc. We are the guinea pigs of the epidemic of osteoporosis, and frankly, "they" don't know much yet. Unless you are truly ignorant ofthe subject, this book is not much help.

Osteoporosis doesn't have to happen to you!
This book is a real eye opener. I thought it was a disease that old folks got. Now I know I need to start a plan right away for myself and my children to make sure we prevent this disease. Great book, easy to read and the suggestions on prevention are now a part of our daily lives.

Best for Building Bones!
I'm technical writer with a broadband company in Atlanta, and had neverheard of osteoporosis--until a bone density test showed I had osteoporosisat age 48. My bone density at that time was like a woman, age 65!! Imaginethe fear I faced. My doctor put me on Fosamax and HRT. I started walking 5days a week--started weight lifting every other day. I added calciumtablets and 2 more glasses of skim milk daily. Last year (2 years since Iwas diagnosed), my bone density had actually increased!! I'm strongernow--and more well-informed. This book confirmed what I was told--and whatI did to save my bones. I hope it will help you, too.

AMAZING! SUPERB!
Of all the books out, this book tells it like it is--and gives amazinghope for those with osteoporosis. It tells WHO is at risk, HOW osteoporosisdestroys our bones, and HOW to resolve it--easily using FOODS, EXERCISE,LIFESTYLE CHANGES, and MEDICATIONS, if needed. Glad to have the book--hopeit saves many lives. Read this--if no other--for it is easy to understand,interesting, and HELPFUL--outlining a complete program for keeping bonesstrong all your life. Loved it! ... Read more

Book Description
More than 25 million Americans, almost 10% of our population, suffer from osteoporosis. While it is often thought of as an old woman’s disease, about 20% of osteoporosis sufferers are men and a growing number of young women, especially athletes, are being diagnosed with the disease.

The good news is that we can help prevent and treat osteoporosis and its precursor, osteopenia. Exercise can increase bone density, strengthen muscles, and improve balance and flexibility, thus reducing the risk of injury and helping to maintain daily functioning.

Featuring a comprehensive approach that incorporates yoga, Pilates, and Feldenkrais techniques with traditional weight-training and aerobics exercise, the third edition of Exercises for Osteoporosis includes:

■ Targeted exercises for at-risk body parts including hips, spine, wrists, and ankles
■ All-new sections on improving balance and flexibility to help prevent falls and fractures
■ Complete beginner, intermediate, and advanced workout programs

With more than 125 detailed exercises for people at all levels of fitness and all stages of the disease, Exercises for Osteoporosis is the best preventive medicine and the right prescription for maintaining health and well-being. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (2)

Finally, an alternative to the Fosomax party line
The only publication I've seen that doesn't slavishly recommend fosomax as the only way to reverse osteoporosis. I was heartened to see a positive review of this book from a physician on Amazon.com, because when Imentioned these authors' recommendation of calcium plus ipriflavone at alecture by a local internist, he dismissed it out of hand (and out ofignorance of its existence) as "one of those rumors that fly aroundthe Internet." The only problem is, how do you find a physician who iswilling to help you try this regimen, which apparently is far safer thanFosomax? The authors do not explain how to find a nutritionally orienteddoctor in a world of simplistic, cookie-cutter, prescription-pad,one-solution-for-all medicine.

I feel compelled to recommend it to all of my patients.
As a physician, I found this book to be very informative and well written and does a great job of explaining exactly what is causing the bone tissue to lose calcium and therefore bone mass as we age.The book also explainshow calcium and other minerals and supplements exert their effect on thebone.As I said before, I strongly recommend this book for all women,regardless of age, if you have an interest in preventing or treating thisvery common condition. ... Read more

Book Description
Now in its third edition, Osteoporosis, is the most comprehensive, authoritative reference on this disease. Written by renowned experts in the field, this two-volume reference is a must-have for academic and medical libraries, physicians, researchers, and any company involved in osteoporosis research and development. Worldwide, 200 million women between 60-80 suffer from osteoporosis and have a lifetime risk of fracture between 30 and 40 percent continuing to make osteoporosis a hot topic in medicine. This newest edition covers everything from basic anatomy and physiology to diagnosis, management and treatment in a field where direct care costs for osteoporitic fractures in the U.S. reach up to $18 billion each year.

NEW TO THIS EDITION:
*Recognizes the critical importance of the Wnt signaling pathway for bone health
*Incorporates new chapters on osteocytes, phosphatonins, mouse genetics, and CNS and bone
*Examines essential updates on estrogen prevention and treatment and the recent results from the WHI
*Discusses the controversial topics of screening and clinical trial design for drug registration
*Includes essential updates on therapeutic uses of calcium, vitamin D, SERMS, bisphosphonates, and parathyroid hormone
* Offers critical reviews of reproductive and hormonal risk factors, ethnicity, nutrition, therapeutics, management, and economics comprising a tremendous wealth of knowledge in a single source not found elsewhere ... Read more

Book Description
Updated and Revised with the latest information for men and women. ... Read more

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Learn More When You Want It Most
I first read this book about six months ago.I found it through a search at my Milwaukee Public Library.After looking at about 10 books I found this very comprehensive with a good glossary and index.

We women think wehave read and understand osteoporosis until some one close to you has beenfound to have the disease and the comments are this is the worst I haveever seen.This from an 85 year old woman who raised chickens and soldeggs on a farm up until 30 years ago and then retired to town.It is notbelieved that any Dr. recommended that she take calcium or any otherpreventitive measure.In fact she fell 18 months ago breaking a wrist andno one even thought to do a bone scan at that time.Thanks to mysister-in-law she demanded a bone scan prior to surgery to replace a knee.

This book discusses medicine and what you need to do - exercise andmedication to turn the bone density around.Up until reading this I had noidea that the density could be reversed.I also see this in other recentconference notes etc.

We ordered this book for all of my mother-in-lawssons and today I am sad to say that my sister, who also has spent all ofher life on a farm has osteoporosis and part of a blind osteoporosis 10year study (she is not going to participate any longer as she feels shewill be to busy getting well,) at a pretty high level so I am ordering thebook for her. ... Read more

Book Description
The onset of osteoporosis can set in motion a series of medical challenges that may lead to an early death. With this book, women who want to maximize good health as they age can learn how to prevent and treat the disease. This up-to-date resource provides the most current research and offers practical advice about maintaining or regaining normal bone mass. Readers learn about the controversial role of hormones, the peaks and declines of bone mass, risk and lifestyle factors, the role of drugs and supplements, and more. ... Read more

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Advice on what to do for aging bones
Younger women's lifestyles and habits can affect the bones they will have in the future: that's the message of Outwitting Osteoporosis, a book which reveals the latest information on osteoporosis and how it effects both men and women. From uncontrollable and controllable risk factors to advice on what to do for aging bones, Outwitting Osteoporosis urges early prevention and understanding of the factors influencing the disease's spread.

An excellent, indispensable resource!
This superb book offers a practical, helpful and comprehensive resource for women of all ages.The authors offer straightforward, up-to-date advice for prevention, assessment and treatment of osteoporosis.This treasure trove covers everything from risk factors to exercise, nutrition, calcium supplements and their impact on bone health, to recent controversies over hormone replacement therapy.The sections on Sexual Health, Osteoporosis in Men and Questions to Ask Your Doctor are excellent. Gates and Whipple make it clear that it is never too late and also never too early to take charge of one's own health. Outwitting Osteoporosis is indispensable for anyone seeking to insure a strong, active future.

No wonder they're raving about this book!by "John K."
If you read Consumer Reports magazine you're familiar with the clear, understandable, truly helpful information and style.OUTWITTING OSTEOPOROSIS is even better!The book was urged on me by an enthusiastic woman friend (I'm a guy) who is also a women's health professional and teacher.I read the whole book -- not only because it was so interesting, but so well organized and well written.You will quickly find your appreciation and gratitude soaring for the bones that literally support all the rest of your body.And as you learn more, your appreciation increases!I've never read a book that does that, nor one that GIVES so much!Osteoporosis is a stealthy, mean disease.Our ignorance allows it to severely ruin our lives (yes, certainly including men) and those of other people we care about.Well, it's not going to ruin mine!It will probably SAVE mine!And for that I'm even more appreciative and grateful to the authors -- and to the friend who urged me to read it.Thank you all!

Every woman should read this book!
I'm getting close to 50, and my daughter just turned 20, and we BOTH benefit from the kind of helpful, preventive and life-saving information in this book.The authors have done a great job educating women about bone health -- a topic not many of us talk about with any frequency OR authority, but we should. I remember a grandmother with a broken hip, and how a simple fall set in motion a series of events that robbed her of the last years of her life. Women don't have to suffer any more, and they can start now -- no matter what age -- with the kind of information in "Outwitting Osteoporosis." Thanks, Ronda and Beverly, for your contributions to women!

This book saved my life!
Wow! This book worked miracles on me and my health. When the doctor told me I had osteoporosis, I didn't know what to do. He was barely any help. So I went to my local bookstore and picked up this book. Let me use 4 words to describe it: It saved my life. It gave me such helpful hints like "be careful not to fall down" and such. I totally reccomend this book! I couldn't put it down. ... Read more

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The Strong Women have done it again. First Strong Women Stay Young broke new ground by showing women how strength training--exercising with weights or against resistance--can delay the signs of aging. Then Strong Women Stay Slim showed women how strength training could keep the pounds off. Now Strong Women, Strong Bones teaches women how to prevent and treat osteoporosis through exercise (strength training, weight-bearing aerobic exercise, stretching, and balance) and nutrition. Tufts University researcher Miriam Nelson and award- winning health writer Sarah Wernick again team up to bring you the latest science, translated to reader-friendly language and practical application. You learn how osteoporosis works, your personal risk factors, and exactly what to eat and what exercises to do to keep your bones strong. These authors have become popular because their information is up-to-date and based on cutting-edge research, so their advice is trustworthy and it works. And they make it simple--even if you haven't exercised since high school (and even if high school was a very long time ago!) you can follow their safe and clearly illustrated "bone-boosting workouts." Their nutritional advice won't make you load up a shopping cart with an alphabet soup of supplements like many books--instead, you'll load that shopping cart with fruits, vegetables, soy, high-calcium foods, and a calcium-vitamin D supplement. "Support your bones," advise the authors. "They support you." Strong Women, Strong Bones shows you how. --Joan PriceBook Description
Based on the latest scientific information, and including practical advice on the best nutrition, exercise, and medication, Strong Women, Strong Bones is an essential guide for any woman who wants to know more about the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Includes: ¥ A one-hour-per-year plan for healthy bones ¥ A self-test to assess risk factors ¥ Facts on the most accurate bone-density tests ¥ Tips on supplements beyond calcium, plus new ... Read more

Customer Reviews (14)

Every woman should read
Every woman - with or without osteoporosis - should read this book.Great reference tool, too.Easy to understand.Keep it on your book shelf and refer to it often for exercises, food and medicine tips.If you know any woman over 50, buy it for her.

great book
If you want to know anything about osteopenia or osteoporosis this is the book to buy.It is full of information - beyond most other books - entertaining and accessible.All women should read it!

Strong Women Strong Bones
I ha recommended this book to many people and bought it as gifts. i faithfully do the exercises and follow the menus. I even showed it to my dr. It is wonderful for those of us who are older and even the younger since I bought it for my daughter-in-law

must have reference book for home library
I took out a number of books from the library including recent releases. Admittedly, I reviewed them from a different perspective than older folks as I'm just over 40.This was the most informative book with relevant information to my age group. Even though I work out regularly and thought I had a pretty good routine, there were plenty of enlightening strength exercises that have never been in my repertoire.That reason alone rates this book superior than others.

Strong Women Strong Bones
This book was recomended to me by a naturopath. It was easy enough to read in just one evening. The sections about how bones grow and what your risk factors are for getting osteoporosis were quite good. There is also good advice about what vitamins and minerals in addition to calcium to include in your diet, as well as the importance of vitamin D and sunshine, for calcium absorbtion. However, the food section is confusing. Nelson does not mention sea vegetables as the best food source of calcium and minerals to include in a healthy diet. And since she has the opinion that a person can get all the calcium they need from food sources, she should have included a more accurate calcium food chart in her book. For example, spinach, which tops the vegetable calcium secton, contains a lot of oxalic acid which interfers with calcium absorbtion. Nelson mentions the oxalic acid problem with some foods, but never mentions exactly which foods contain the highest amounts. Instead she says we should eat these foods for other reasons. So, why is spinach at the top of the calcium chart? Let's have a more accurate chart before telling people they can just add up what they are taking in with the chart she provides. Also, in her section on exercises she encourages women over 50 to jump vertically to retain calcium. A woman should gradually build up to 2 full minutes of jumping. What if a persons knees are not in alignment? Jumping is one of the most jarring and hardest things a person can do to their knee joints, especially if they are heavy on their feet. A woman who is over 50 and not used to exercising could easily get injured with this jumping program. I am over 50, and I already exercise 5 or 6 days a week, doing aerobics, running and weight training. I tried jumping vertically at a fitness center in front of a mirror to make sure I did it correctly. Then I went on to do a leg press, which I do on a regular basis, and my left knee hurt. My personal trainer said running would be much better for me than jumping. I do not have joint problems, yet, but I could after Neilson's exercise program. Also, the medication section encourages every woman to consider hormone replacement therapy. Does we all really need this therapy? I am discouraged that this book was rated so highly and recomended. It was mostly a waste of money. Only the first couple sections in the book were really worth reading. Check it out at the library or buy it used if you must. ... Read more

Book Description
Complete guide to treatment and prevention of osteoporosis.Includes over 100 exercise photos, nutritional and fracture prevention recommendations and an extensive list of references and the latest research developments on osteoporosis.The only book of its kind dedicated to exercises for osteoporosis.The osteoporosis exercise book is in large print for the visually impaired. ... Read more

Book Description
For the eighteen million American women afflicted with early bone-loss disease, here is the first comprehensive guide to identifying and controlling the condition before it progresses to osteoporosisOsteoporosis, which afflicts more than half of all American women over the age of fifty, is a widespread and all-too-familiar problem. Osteopenia, a milder bone-loss disease that is the forerunner of osteoporosis, is less well known but affects an estimated eighteen million young and middle-aged women-including women in their late teens and early twenties. Since many doctors associate low bone density exclusively with postmenopausal women, millions of women in their childbearing years suffer from undetected bone loss, putting them at risk for debilitating fractures down the road.In Reversing Osteopenia, Dr. Harris H. McIlwain and his two daughters, also rheumatologists, fill the knowledge gap about this easily diagnosable disease, help younger women recognize the risk factors for bone loss, and provide a five-step program for controlling and even preventing bone loss. Their age-specific recommendations for women in their twenties, thirties, forties, and fifties include- exercises that strengthen rather than threaten your bones- new information about foods that build bone density- ways to avoid medicines that rob bones of their strength - recommendations of natural dietary supplements This groundbreaking book offers new hope for young women at risk for osteopenia. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (6)

Excellent book!
i bought this book upon learning that I had osteopenia and found it to be a helpful resource. It helped me to change my lifestyle in hopes of ridding myself of osteopenia. I highly recommend it!

very informative book
I have read a few of Dr. McIlwain's books over the years and have found them all to be so informative. I bought this book after my mom was diagnosed with osteoporosis so that I could learn about preventing it for myself. It is so easy to read and explained everything I needed to know in great detail. My bone density has improved after taking his suggestions!

Great book on osteopenia!
This book is a must read for all mom's and for women that want to prevent osteopenia and osteoporosis. The book walks you through the steps of preventing a disease that many assume just happens. I have completely changed our diet. Easy to follow and good information.

Disappointing
This book did not come close to my expectations.It is unnecessarily repetitive about the most basic information.Once I've been told that smoking is a risk factor for loss of bone density, just how many case histories of patients do I need to read where the expert medical advice is Surprise, Surprise!!Quit smoking.There's a lot of "filler" material in this book, but then information that the reader needs is left out.We're told to get more Calcium, Vitamin D and Potassium in our diet, but the recipes in Chapter 7 don't even include nutrition information for these nutrients. And many of the recipes are high in fat, which isn't good for anyone. We're told about the importance of weight-bearing exercise, but none of the exercises shown uses weights or even a resistance band.I wanted practical advice on diet and especially exercise and don't feel that this book delivered.

Wonderful bookA+
Understandable, practical information including diet, exercise, medications, dietary supplements and recipes.A clearly written bible for bone care.I highly recommend this excellent guide for anyone with questions on bone loss and bone care. ... Read more

Product Description
Approximately ten million Americans have osteoporosis and thirty-four million have osteopenia (low bone mass) and many millions are at risk. Whether you suspect you might have osteoporosis, you recently learned that you have bone loss, or are a friend or relative of someone with osteoporosis or osteopenia, this book offers help for men and women, young or old. 100 Questions & Answers About Osteoporosis and Osteopenia provides authoritative, practical answers to your questions about treatment options, lifestyle decisions to improve bone health, sources of support, comments from men and women with bone loss, and much more. Written by a nurse practitioner and a nurse, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone coping with the physical and emotional challenges of osteoporosis and related conditions. ... Read more

Customer Reviews (1)

Not what I
100 Questions & Answers About Osteoporosis and Osteopenia (100 Questions & Answers about . . .) expected.Organized well. Answers many questions that I had since I could not find much on the subject. It is a great place to start. There are exercises it tells you to do to help. In addition to diet changes. A great starting point.
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