Guest BloggerDoes Eating Organic Make a Difference?
If you’ve ever wondered if organic food really is better for you, there’s a large new study with another answer. Researchers published their findings in the Journal of the American Medical Association in December 2018. The researchers followed 68,946 French adults for an average of 5 years each. They wanted to know if the adults who ate organic food most often had less risk of cancer than those who ate it least often. By the end of the study, here’s what they found: The people who ate organic food most often had a 25% less risk of getting cancer than
Continue readingSleep Your Way to Better Bones
Did you know that most bone-building happens while you’re sleeping? That’s right! Good quality sleep during the night is crucial for building strong, healthy bones — and avoiding osteoporosis. How can that be? Well, it all starts with your circadian rhythm… which is basically your 24-hour internal clock. You have circadian rhythms that regulate all kinds of things inside your body, like your eating habits, hormone releases, body temperature fluctuations, and others. One of the most important is your sleep-wake cycle (the time you spend sleeping vs. being awake). All of these different circadian rhythms are kept in sync by
Continue readingScary Link Between Fractures and Fatalities
You’ve probably heard how a hip fracture can change your life in the blink of an eye. In fact, nearly 1 in 4 people pass away within a year of fracturing a hip. The International Osteoporosis Foundation reports more bleak numbers: 40% of hip fracture patients can no longer walk without help; a full 60% require assistance within a year; and 1 in 3 lose their independence and end up in an assisted living facility by year’s end. Yet the largest study of its kind shows any fracture after age 45 can mean the worst... Scary Link Between Fractures and
Continue readingWalk Your Way to a Clean Bill of Health
Do you think you could walk 4 extra steps per minute while you’re awake each day? That’s 4 steps, not city blocks or country miles. Because research shows those 4 extra steps could drop your risk of; diabetes by 23%, stroke by 22%, and even heart disease by 17%!¹ Here’s how we know that: A few years back, the Mayo Clinic published a startling chart that revealed how various diseases could be avoided by walking an extra 3,000 and 6,000 steps each day. If that sounds like a lot, in the grand scheme of things, it’s not! According to an
Continue readingNew Docu-Series Showcases Older Adults Pursuing Their Passions
“I’m 57 years old, and I think this is the best year of my life.” Dean Neuls may be in his fifth decade, but he’s determined to pursue his dreams and wring every last drop of life out of the present moment. So despite a hip replacement and the aches and pains that come with osteoarthritis, Dean is fulfilling his childhood ‘need for speed’. Two years ago, he took to the racetrack in Porsche’s Racing Experience One. It was exhilarating, terrifying, and the culmination of a lifelong dream… Now, Dean is sharing his story in a new docu-series called At
Continue readingOverlooked Link Between Stroke and Osteoporosis
Did you know stroke is a risk factor for falls, fractures, and even osteoporosis? It’s true! Research shows you’re 4x more likely to suffer a fracture in the year after a stroke than your average person. And another study found patients lost up to 14% hip bone density in the year after stroke! Now, if you think about it, this makes sense. After a stroke, you may have difficulty moving around. You may favor one leg. Struggle with your balance. You probably won’t get right back on your regular exercise schedule… And the less you move, the more your bone
Continue readingNew Study Highlights the Importance of “Postural Sway”
Yes, low bone density can potentially lead to a fracture. But there’s another factor that can increase fracture risk by more than 10 times! It’s something called “postural sway.” Below, I’ll explain what that is, how a new study shows it’s something to be concerned about, and — the good news! — what you can do to make it less of an issue. What is Postural Sway? Postural sway is basically how well you can maintain balance while “quiet standing” (not speaking or doing anything else). That might sound pretty straightforward, but it’s not! Just standing still is the result
Continue readingLink Between Fractures and Fatalities
You’ve probably heard how a hip fracture can change your life in the blink of an eye. In fact, nearly 1 in 4 people pass away within a year of fracturing a hip The International Osteoporosis Foundation reports more bleak numbers: 40% of hip fracture patients can no longer walk without help; a full 60% require assistance within a year, and 1 in 3 lose their independence and end up in an assisted living facility by year’s end. Yet the largest study of its kind shows any fracture after age 45 can mean the worst... Scary Link Between Fractures and
Continue readingSurprising Research on Water Exercises and Bone Density
Is it difficult for you to workout sometimes? Do you find weight-bearing exercises challenging? Or do you avoid exercise because it seems like a chore, instead of an enjoyable activity? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then you’re a great candidate to try water-based exercises! Water-based exercise (WBE) is more than a novelty. It’s a great, low-impact exercise for seniors with minimal risk of injury. What’s more, research proves WBE can have positive effects on bone mineral density, similar to land-based exercises (LBE). A recent meta-analysis published in the Open Access Journal of Sports Medicine showed promising
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