Have you been using products sweetened with erythritol? If so, you are not alone! Many of us have turned to this popular “natural” zero-calorie sweetener to help us cut back on sugar consumption....

Summer is upon us and I am a big proponent of getting outside and enjoying the summer sunshine. Spending time in the sun can help to boost our mood, encourage activity, help set our circadian...

You are probably familiar with the phrase “you are what you eat.”  This is pretty accurate, but what is even more accurate is “you are what you eat, digest, absorb and metabolize.”  But how do you...

    When you hear the word Osteoporosis, what's the first food that comes to mind? Dairy. For years it has been drilled into us to eat more dairy and drink more milk to protect our bones. However, I...

  If you have been reading my blog posts over the last year, you know how important good nutrition is to building and maintaining strong bones.  You also know that good bone health is not as...

Remember the Chia pet?  Those adorable terracotta pots shaped like animals or people covered with chia seeds and when the seeds sprout, they look like they have grown hair or fur.  Fortunately, the...

Thanksgiving is just around the corner!  A day to give thanks to all the people in your life that you cherish, all that is good in the world, and all of your many blessings!  It is typically...

The chilly nights and shortened days are upon us!  As we change out our wardrobe and put an extra blanket on at night, we also begin to crave the hearty foods of fall.  Thank goodness so many of...

A few weeks ago, I discussed the topic of dietary fats and which type of fat is best for our bones.  If you recall, the research suggests that monounsaturated fats, such as olive oil, and omega-3...

For decades Americans were told to avoid fat, especially saturated fats from meat, dairy and cheese because it was bad for our heart and our health. We were bombarded with advice promoting low fat,...

Would you like coffee or tea?  Green tea please. Who doesn’t like to start the day with their hands wrapped around a hot beverage breathing in the nurturing aroma? Tea and coffee are two of the most...

What are you going to eat today? You probably woke this morning thinking about all the important things you have to do today.  Some of you will be thinking about decisions involving your work, and...

How can such a tiny bean pack such a powerful punch?  The health benefits of lentils extend far beyond their high fiber and vegetable protein that benefit digestion, heart health, blood sugar...

The food you eat either nourishes or diminishes your health.  Choosing nutrient rich foods will not only nurture your body and your bones, but may also help to decrease the chance of developing...

You see, hear and read everywhere these days about high protein diets for fat loss, muscle building and optimal health.  But what about for preventing bone loss?  The amount of protein needed to...

The beneficial effects of the Mediterranean Diet on cardiovascular health have long been recognize. In recent years, the diet has also been shown to support bone health, even reducing the risk of...

GOT MILK? We have all seen this advertising campaign encouraging Americans to consume milk to help the body grow big and strong.  A diet rich in milk products is also promoted for reducing the risk...

Studies have shown that eating prunes supports bone health, especially in postmenopausal women. Prunes are a source of several key bone minerals: magnesium, potassium , manganese and boron.  These...

Super food kale is without a doubt one of the healthiest vegetables around and one of the best foods for supporting bone health. Kale is great source of many of the essential bone minerals such as...

Nutrition and osteoporosis are closely linked.  Lack of key bone building nutrients at all ages will impact the health your bones.  There is a sea of information out there about modifying your diet...

It is well known that eating a Mediterranean-based diet has beneficial effects on your health.  Numerous studies throughout the years have shown that this diet can help prevent cardiovascular...

The importance of diet is often underestimated in the quest for maintaining strong bones.  However, the foods you eat will supply the essential vitamins and minerals needed for new bone deposition...

I have always been impressed by the fact that the largest animals, in need of having the biggest, strongest bones, are herbivores. Horses, giraffes, and elephants, all weighing well over 1,000...

Balance develops when we are young, mostly without us even realizing it. We learn to walk, then run, hop on one foot and ride a bike. All a part of growing up, and yet, essential to the development...

When we think of stomach acid, we associate it with sour stomach, heartburn, indigestion and GERD. But did you know that proper amounts of stomach acid are essential for maintaining strong, health...

Broths made from bones have been used though out history to provide nourishment and sustenance, but also for medicinal and health benefits.  Slow cooking bones allows for the release of valuable...

Bone is a living system of the body, in which bones cells are constantly being broken down and rebuilt. When there is excessive bone breakdown without adequate rebuilding, bone loss occurs and your...