The Complete Book of Bone Health
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.35 (838 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1616144351 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 491 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-11-15 |
| Language | : | English |
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"This is a solid choice for consumers looking for an overview of osteoporosis, or for public libraries looking to update their collections."-Library Journal
A former associate professor of clinical medicine at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, she is the co-founder of 4BoneHealth, a nonprofit organization focused on bone health awareness and education for the whole family. Her research has been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), Archive
The author, a leading expert on osteoporosis, covers everything you should know about your bones. Designed to be practical and user-friendly, each chapter ends with a bottom-line summary, "The Bare Bones," allowing you to easily reference issues of interest. This book compiles the latest information about bolstering bones, from prevention to treatment, into a single, easy-to-understand resource. Using evidence-based research, first-hand stories, and her own experience, she provides practical recommendations to optimize your bone health. This book is a clear, accurate, and up-to-date guide to improving bone health and contributing to a healthier life.. Get the facts on: bone health basics; risk factors for bone loss and fractures; bone density "DXA" scans; exercise and nutrition; vitamin D; prescription medicines; controversial "hot topics"; complementary and alternative approaches; and common health problems and medicines affecting your bones
Awesome information. Especially because your doctor doesn't have time Awesome information. Especially because your doctor doesn't have time to explain things in detail at a Dr.s apt. My GYN actually recommended this book.. JP said Best Book on this Topic on Amazon!!!!. At age 60, I was informed by my doctor that I had Osteoporosis. Now, at age 61, I have bought and read all of the books on this topic at Amazon. THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BONE HEALTH by Diane L. Schneider, M.D. is the BEST of ALL of the books I bought ("Best Book on this Topic on Amazon!!!!" according to JP. At age 60, I was informed by my doctor that I had Osteoporosis. Now, at age 61, I have bought and read all of the books on this topic at Amazon. THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BONE HEALTH by Diane L. Schneider, M.D. is the BEST of ALL of the books I bought (25 or more!). It is so good that I bought a second book and took it into my Family Practice Doctor (who also has osteoporosis, and could learn more).This book is: comprehensive; easily read; includes studies to match up the information given; and includes individual cases. It is over Best Book on this Topic on Amazon!!!! JP At age 60, I was informed by my doctor that I had Osteoporosis. Now, at age 61, I have bought and read all of the books on this topic at Amazon. THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BONE HEALTH by Diane L. Schneider, M.D. is the BEST of ALL of the books I bought (25 or more!). It is so good that I bought a second book and took it into my Family Practice Doctor (who also has osteoporosis, and could learn more).This book is: comprehensive; easily read; includes studies to match up the information given; and includes individual cases. It is over 4. . 5 or more!). It is so good that I bought a second book and took it into my Family Practice Doctor (who also has osteoporosis, and could learn more).This book is: comprehensive; easily read; includes studies to match up the information given; and includes individual cases. It is over Best Book on this Topic on Amazon!!!! JP At age 60, I was informed by my doctor that I had Osteoporosis. Now, at age 61, I have bought and read all of the books on this topic at Amazon. THE COMPLETE BOOK OF BONE HEALTH by Diane L. Schneider, M.D. is the BEST of ALL of the books I bought (25 or more!). It is so good that I bought a second book and took it into my Family Practice Doctor (who also has osteoporosis, and could learn more).This book is: comprehensive; easily read; includes studies to match up the information given; and includes individual cases. It is over 4. . rabid reader said Not so complete. This book is certainly informative, but despite the title, it is significantly incomplete. This is a starter book--giving an overview of bone related information.If you've been diagnosed with the most common bone ailment -- osteoporosis or osteopenia, you need a book with much more practical information, especially about exercises and medication.The section on "Therapies for Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis," starts with a lengthy discussion about medication clinical trials, standard deviation, etc, but the author only c