My Menopause Magazine – Bone/Joint Health

But you don’t let bad knees keep you from doing all the things you love to do. In 10 studies focusing on relieving knee pain, the most effective exercises were ones that focused on your quadriceps (thighs) and hips. Below are three of the most effective physical therapy exercises you can do to relieve knee pain. If you’re in too […]

We often think of medical expenses at a time when we are least capable of coping with them – when we’re sick. With healthcare costs increasing as we age, the sooner we plan for our health, the sooner we’ll start saving more money.  According to the National Foundation for anti-aging, “most aging is premature.” Poor posture, low energy and brittle […]

Shrinking with age has two major causes. The first is directly related to a combination of gravity and the discs in the back. The second is osteoporosis or thinning of the bones. In both cases, poor posture can lead to an even shorter appearance by being slouched over. GRAVITY AND DISCS There are 23 discs in the spinal column. They are composed of a tough outer portion and a soft […]

No one likes taking pills. But a recent study in the journal Menopause suggests that a little extra calcium and vitamin D3 in your day will make it less likely you will break your hip. The study was part of the Women’s Health Initiative (WHI) and evaluated women ages 50 to 79.For purposes of this report, 27,347 women randomly were given […]

Ever have a dry mouth? It could be a sign of osteoporosis. The journal Menopause published a study showing that women in menopause who have a dry mouth are at increased risk of low calcium and osteoporosis (brittle bones}. First the doctors eliminated medical reasons for a dry mouth such as: Medication (an antihistamine, diuretic or medicine for urinary incontinence) […]

With Fall in the air, and leaves, ice and snow beginning to layer the ground, the risk of taking a fall begins its season as well. This is particularly true for people over the age of 65 or those who have physical disabilities or reduced vision. One in four people who live at home and are over 65 will fall […]