I stirred the teaspoon of chia seeds into my pomegranate juice for an afternoon snack, Ayurveda-style, when something occurred to me. It's a thought I've had a few times since my osteoporosis diagnosis: What if we didn't rely on dairy or supplements for calcium, but ate enough of the foods that support our daily calcium … Continue reading The Calcium Contemplation: Osteoporosis & Bone Health
Something I found interesting about my personal training and weight lifting years: I knew the protein and calorie amounts of most foods. When I was at the peak of my body-building, I intentionally trained without any supplementation, only real ingredients. No protein powders or creatine. Just food. So, I got to know the nutritional profile … Continue reading Calcium Supplements & Osteoporosis
A friend mentioned visiting her parent's retirement community and each person was introduced to her, followed by their medical condition. I laughed. I guess it's the equivalent of being introduced by your career in your 30s? She remarked how she never wanted to focus identity on illness. That's a contemplation I've known for decades. It … Continue reading Bone Health & Osteoporosis
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