Osteoporosis
Natural treatments for osteoporosis are far more safe and effective than the typical drugs such as Fosamax that doctors are handing out for brittle bones. Find out to build bone with hormone balance, good nutrition, supplements and excercise in these articles by John R. Lee, M.D. and Virginia Hopkins.Dietary Guidelines for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a multi-faceted problem and not just a calcium deficiency disease. Dr. john Lee explains how a bone building diet and overall good nutrition can make all the difference in keeping bones strong.
How to Prevent Osteoporosis
Dr. John Lee and Virginia Hopkins give women helpful information on how to prevent osteoporosis by giving information on what to avoid as well as lifestyle tips.
HRT and Osteoporosis
Dr. John Lee and Virginia Hopkins explain why progesterone is as least as important as estrogen when it comes to building and maintaining bone density in women around the time of menopause.
Progesterone and Osteoporosis
Dr. John Lee explains that osteoporosis diagnosis usually comes around the time of menopause, when hormones are often imbalance, and how both progesterone and estrogen can help maintain healthy bones.
More Drugs that Can Cause Osteoporosis
Add acid-blockers for heartburn and SSRIs such as Prozac to the list of drugs that can cause osteoporosis.
The Truth about Osteoporosis
Early signs of osteoporosis and risk factors for osteoporosis. Lifestyles that increase the risk of osteoporosis and tips for healthy bones.
ABC News and Fosamax - Add Your Stories
Women using osteoporosis drugs long-term suffer from shattered leg bones. If this story is familiar, go to ABC News and share your experience.
Test for Bone Loss at Home
Our in-home test kit is an easy way to measure the NTx molecule, which indicates rate of bone loss and can give an indication of whether you might have osteoporosis.
Test for Essential Minerals and Heavy Metals
MineralCheck tests for both essential minerals and toxic heavy metals in your body in one easy kit!
Osteoporosis Testing
A simple at-home urine test to help you monitor bone health.
NEW! Test for Vitamin D
Now you can test your vitamin D levels from home with this easy-to-use capillary blood spot test. Get accurate results fast.
NEW! Optimal Health Gems from John R Lee MD
The best Q&As by Dr. John Lee from the John R. Lee, M.D. Medical Letter. Timeless good advice from a family doctor.