The warm weather is here and it is even more important than ever to stay hydrated. Proper fluid intake is necessary for your bones and overall health. How much water should I drink? The general guideline has been to drink approximately one-half your body weight in…
Today’s Power Tip: Stay Hydrated!
Today’s Power Tip: Choose the Best Eggs
Which egg would you choose? Read on to become an informed egg consumer. Many of us eat eggs on a regular basis. Eggs have wonderful health benefits. They contain protein, good fats, vitamins A and D, folic acid, choline, potassium, sulfur, and phosphorous. These nutrients…
Today’s Quick Tip: Prevent Constipation While Traveling
Recently the New York Times had a blog about constipation while traveling. Several suggestions were presented. I have two favorites that work for my clients. 1. Take magnesium citrate at night. My favorite product is called CALM by Natural Vitality. You can purchase single use…
Today’s Power Tip: Make it Happen in 2016
This week I was fortunate to see the fabulous Broadway musical, On Your Feet. It is the story of Gloria Estafan, a woman who followed her dream and created a highly successful singing career. I love the lyrics to the theme song -“Get on your feet, get…
Power Tip #11 | Use Action Triggers to Improve Your Health
Two common resolutions that many people make that are extremely important for our bones and overall health are: Exercise Reduce stress Now as February comes to a close, it is an opportune time to reflect on our New Year’s resolutions made only a short two…
Power Tip #10 | Get Your Magnesium
When it comes to our bones, everyone places a large emphasis on calcium and vitamin D, but magnesium is often completely left out of the equation! Magnesium is vital for our bones and overall health, yet so many of us are not getting enough. This…
Power Tip #9 | Minimize Screen Exposure after the Sun Goes Down
Recently, I had an eye-opening experience that I want to share with you. I was working in front of my computer screen until 10:00 PM for several consecutive nights completing a project. I had a difficult time falling asleep and kept waking up during the…
Power Tip #8 | Start the New Year with Forgiveness
2013 ended with the loss of a great man – Nelson Mandela. The lesson of forgiveness he taught the world is something we can all practice and even use to improve our health in the process. Mr. Mandela was wrongly imprisoned for 27 years. Many…
Power Tip #7 | Savor Your Vacation and Help Your Bones
Today’s Power Tip: Savor Your Vacation and Help Your Bones I just came back from an extremely relaxing vacation in Vermont. Bike riding, canoeing, kayaking, and relaxing in a swimming hole filled my days. Like everyone else, a part of me wants to prolong the wonderful…
Power Tips #5 and #6 | From NOF Osteoporosis Symposium
Today’s Power Tips are from the Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis I recently returned from the Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis in Chicago sponsored by the National Osteoporosis Foundation. There are two tips that I would like to share with you. Power Tip #5 – Get…