Osteoporosis For Dummies (For Dummies (Health & Fitness))

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.

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Average Customer Review:
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

Simply excellent, 2007-08-13
This book is all you need to understand and treat osteoporosis. Includes food, exercises, explanations and much, much more. Thanks


6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

Do Your Bones a Favor (read this book), 2005-09-02
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.

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