Share this content Healthy bones make us strong and independent. Bone loss puts us at risk for fractures, disability, and an end to our freedom. My grandma Lois was very active and independent into her 90s, until she fell, fractured her pelvis, and was never able to...
After age 65, bone fractures become important and a significant cause of death and major disability for men and women. They can also cause substantial suffering at the end of one’s life. Prior to age 65, our goal should be to build and maintain an optimal bone mass so...
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month—providing an opportunity to take steps to reduce your risk for dementia, often referred to as the scariest disease on the planet. Did you know that the health of your gums is directly related to your risk for memory loss?...
Every year my patients ask me if they should get a flu shot, and what treatments they should consider if they do get the flu—both are great questions, but let’s start with a bit of background. The influenza virus (the flu) represents a group of RNA viruses that vary...
I spent last week at the annual meeting of the American College of Nutrition, which is one of my favorite annual education meetings that I attend every year. The focus this year was on “Disrupting Cancer”. The conference has been great, and I’d like to share some of...
