Dr. Lani's No-Nonsense Bone Health Guide: The Truth about Density Testing, Osteoporosis Drugs, and Building Bone Quality at Any Age

Part whistle-blower book, part bone health bible, "Dr. Lani s No-Nonsense Bone Health Guide" is the first consumer book to expose the shocking difficulty of getting an accurate bone density reading and the serious risks of long-term use of osteoporosis medications, which are often prescribed based on inaccurate readings. In addition to this vital information about bone density testing, Dr. Lani Simpson cuts through the confusion and inaccuracies surrounding osteoporosis and explains what readers can do "now" to build and maintain healthy bones for life. Dr. Simpson shares her well-rounded, whole-body approach to bone health, including discussions of digestive health, diet, supplements, exercise, and how aging affects the bones. Readers learn surprising facts about what foods and medicines might hurt bone health and which ones will help build strong bones. Also included is a thorough discussion of calcium supplementation and how to do it right. "Dr. Lani s No-Nonsense Bone Health Guide" is the key to long, healthy, fracture-free golden years.

Author: Lani Simpson
Publisher: Hunter House Publishers
Published: 01/05/2016
Pages: 336
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.18lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.81d
ISBN13: 9781681625683
ISBN10: 1681625687
BISAC Categories:
- Health & Fitness | Diseases & Conditions | Musculoskeletal
- Medical | Rheumatology
- Health & Fitness | Health Care Issues

About the Author
Dr. Lani Simpson is a chiropractic doctor and a Certified Clinical (bone) Densitometrist (CCD). She has been an expert in women's health care for 25 years, treating thousands of patients with a multidisciplinary and holistic approach to health. She cofounded the East Bay Menopause and PMS Center and the Osteoporosis Diagnostic Center in Berkeley, CA, where she lives. She is an expert in bone density, osteoporosis, and menopause and aging, and gives continuing education seminars to health professionals about these issues.