Prescriptions for Survival

When it comes to going back to school, what will be, will be…

"...school under that two-ton book bag like you're courting osteoporosis -- investigate your ergonomic options. Ergonomically designed backpacks can..."

Aug. 8, 2003 Features Feature by Abe Louise Young

To Your Health

How can I tell if I have the right balance of calcium and magnesium for me?

"...Currently, probably because of its association to osteoporosis, calcium is in the limelight. Although 99% of calcium..."

June 13, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Is coral calcium really better than other calcium sources?

"...of Japan's Calcium Research Institute, past president of Japan's Osteoporosis Foundation, and author of over 400 scientific papers on..."

April 25, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My mother has been taking 400 IU of vitamin D for several years. She has severe osteoporosis that was still getting worse until she increased her vitamin D supplement to 800 IU per day. What is the safe limit for a vitamin D supplement?

"...of vitamin D for several years. She has severe osteoporosis that was still getting worse until she increased her..."

Feb. 28, 2003 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

I consider myself quite healthy at age 42. I have been a strict vegetarian (vegan) for more than 10 years, I exercise and meditate regularly, and have never smoked tobacco. I have two healthy children and I am still having regular, uncomplicated menstrual periods. Is there any reason for me to consider taking food supplements?

"...the incidence of macular degeneration, calcium supplements help avoid osteoporosis, and vitamin E supplements keep hearts healthier. You have..."

March 8, 2002 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My mother's menopause was tough on the whole family, but that was 22 years ago. I am only 36, and I hope there are better ways of dealing with menopause by now. Can I prepare for this time of my life?

"...such as reduction in risk of heart disease and osteoporosis, are being proven false, but progesterone cream is actually..."

Aug. 24, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

My cat, Freya (named after a Norwegian goddess), has become very irritable. My vet thinks she needs more taurine. I get irritable every once in a while too (especially around my period). Do I need taurine?

"...and stronger bone cells. One of the causes of osteoporosis seems to be an excess of bone-destroying cells in..."

April 13, 2001 Column

To Your Health

I feel very blessed to come from a family that lives long and generally healthy lives. I am 40 and still feel good, but my doctor recommended I take an aspirin tablet every day to prevent heart problems. What are the pros and cons?

"...many other benefits, such as reducing the risk of osteoporosis. High on this list are the omega-3 essential fatty..."

April 6, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

To Your Health

Are soy foods really good for us or not?

"...work to reduce the risk of heart disease and osteoporosis...."

March 9, 2001 Column by James Heffley, Ph.D.

TV Eye

Does KLBJ's new TV ad using bare-backed women as billboards upset TV Eye's Belinda Acosta? Not as much as those warm and fuzzy pharmaceutical ads that prey on hypochondria and insult women.

"...cholesterol? Try Xenical, Lipitor, Pravachol, or Zocor. Suffer from osteoporosis? Ask your doctor about Evista. For arthritis, there's Vioxx..."

March 9, 2001 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

Lady in Waiting

Prospective First Lady Anita Perry Prepares for Life in the Spotlight

"...Perry's expertise in launching a public education campaign for osteoporosis screenings, according to Miller. And finally, Miller says, Perry..."

Dec. 15, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

About AIDS

A new study shows that bone deterioration is a side-effect of HIV drugs, not the disease itself.

"...drug "cocktail," experience dramatically increased likelihood of osteopenia and osteoporosis (weak, porous bones from mineral loss), basically resulting in..."

May 5, 2000 Column by Sandy Bartlett

Divine Intervention

What Price Salvation?

"...cervical cancer, diagnosis and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases, osteoporosis prevention, hormone replacement therapy, and birth control...."

March 12, 1999 News Feature by Lisa Tozzi

311 Story in Error

"...allowed the enforcement infrastructure to rot away like bone osteoporosis. Well not to worry! Major crime went down throughout..."

Oct. 25, 1996 Column

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