The Bone-Building Solution

by Graci, Sam; Rao, Leticia; DeMarco, Carolyn

• ISBN13: 9780470838914
• ISBN10: 0470838914
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-09-22
• Publisher: Wiley

Summary

How anyone can have healthy bones-at any age Osteoporosis is a major health threat already affecting an estimated 44 million Americans-yet optimal bone health is still within reach. The Bone-Builder Breakthrough is a comprehensive guide to building bone health, providing advice for the teenage years through the sixties and beyond on the prevention and reversing of osteopenia and osteoporosis. Based on recommendations in the 2005 Surgeon General's Report, this accessible, upbeat guide offers exciting news on hidden risk factors and guidance on essential supplements, proper vertical exercise, nutrition, and the important relationship between healthy bones and a healthy heart.

Author Biography

Sam Graci (Salt Spring Island, British Columbia) is an internationally renowned lecturer, consultant, researcher and formulator in the field of optimal human health and nutrition. He is the founder and president of Graci Research Ltd., a company dedicated to nutritional research and development. As a result of his work, Sam created greens+, an award-winning "green drink" composed of 23 synergistic foods designed to supplement a healthy diet.
A graduate of the University of Western Ontario in adolescent psychology and chemistry, Sam has additional degrees in education, special education and counseling. He has traveled extensively throughout the world, interviewing researchers, reviewing studies and collecting information about medicinal plants, vegetables, fruits, grains, legumes, sea vegetables and organic growing techniques. He is a thought-provoking and enthusiastic speaker, making him a popular and frequent guest on television and radio talk shows. Sam is the author of numerous books including The Power of Superfoods, The Food Connection, and the Path to Phenomenal Health.

Dr. Leticia G. Rao PhD., Director of the Calcium Research Laboratory at St. Michael's Hospital and Associate Professor (Adjunct) of Medicine, University of Toronto, presenting clinical trials and breakthrough research on preventing osteoporosis with astonishing results. Based on cutting-edge Medical Research.

Table of Contents

PART I: FACTORING IN THE BONE-BUILDING SOLUTION—A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN	1	(298)
Chapter 1: Dramatically Improve Your Bones, Joints, and Fluid Movements	3	(12)
Chapter 2: New Hope for Bone-Building	15	(42)
The Top Five Bone-Building Myths	19	(12)
Beyond Myths: The Bone-Building Solution	31	(26)
Chapter 3: The Living Micro-Architecture of Bone	57	(24)
Chapter 4: Three Breakthrough Bone-Building Solutions	81	(18)
Chapter 5: A "Molecular-Targeted" Bone-Building Supplement	99	(36)
Chapter 6: The Ancient Laws of Color-Coded Eating: Solving the Bone-Building Puzzle	135	(40)
Chapter 7: Developing an Alkaline Bone-Building Diet	175	(26)
Chapter 8: Smart Bone-Building Food Choices	201	(36)
Chapter 9: Ramp Up Bone-Building Metabolic Exercise	237	(26)
Chapter 10: Five Bone-Building Tips for Every Decade of Your Life: Do a Menu Makeover	263	(36)
PART II: A PHYSICIAN'S PERSPECTIVE ON BONE-BUILDING
Written by: Dr. Carolyn DeMarco, M.D., Practicing Physician and Woman Specialist	299	(38)
Chapter 11: Put Your Bones to the Test	301	(20)
Who is at Risk for Weak Bones?	303	(18)
Chapter 12: The Pros and Cons of Medication	321	(16)
Good Balance and Core Strength Can Prevent Falling	333	(4)
PART III: A RESEARCH SCIENTIST'S PERSPECTIVE ON BONE-BUILDING
Written by: Dr. Leticia Rao, Ph.D., Director of the Calcium Research Lab, St. Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto, Faculty of Medicine	337	(16)
Chapter 13: Clinical Breakthroughs in Bone-Building Research	339	(14)
A Natural Prescription for Superior Bone-Building	339	(14)
Product Resources	353	(14)
Suggested Supplements	356	(3)
10 Excellent Newsletters to Keep You Updated	359	(1)
Bioidentical Hormone Restorative Therapy	359	(4)
Wellness Resources	363	(3)
The Khan Kinetic Therapy	366	(1)
References	367	(8)
Index	375