Author for Practical Dietitians | Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
Recent Posts by Stephanie Turkel, MS, RDN, CPT:
Getting enough vitamin A, but not too much, protects your bones. Those whose blood values were too low in one study were at an […]
Vitamin A and Carotenoids… Are They Necessary for Bone Health? Read More »
Your bones are unbending, providing stiffness that keeps you upright and resistant to gravity’s downward pull. Together with your muscles, your bones
Critical Functions of Your Bones Read More »
Hormones shift as women approach 50. Your ovaries stop producing estradiol, the estrogen that protects the bones throughout life, has
2 Ways Hormones Impact Bone Health Read More »
Choosing foods and beverages wisely is critical for bone health. You probably know you need calcium and vitamin D, but many other
Lesser-Known Nutrients for Bone Health Read More »
Being diagnosed with osteoporosis can be scary and discouraging, like you’ve lost something you can’t get back, like you’re getting
I’ve Been Diagnosed with Osteoporosis…Is It Too Late for Me? Read More »
Menopause, which usually occurs at the age of 51 years, changes many things for women. Often forgotten is the effect it
How Bones Change After Menopause: and What You Can do to Strengthen Your Skeleton Read More »
Keeping your balance is one major player in maintaining your independence as you grow older. The other is your bone
Menopause affects your bones negatively because you no longer produce estrogen like you used to. The hormone estrogen, specifically estradiol,
What does menopause have to do with my bones? Read More »
Grains are safe for your bones, positively impacting them in many ways. Grains comprise a significant portion of the global
Are grains safe for your bones? Read More »
Collagen is the most abundant protein in your body, and it helps build muscle and strengthen your bones, giving you
Do collagen powders strengthen your bones? Read More »
