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Books, videos and other resources

Many people have favorite books, videos and other resources that provide health information. Keep in mind that some information in books and videos and on the Internet may not be accurate or based on sound science. Note: The recommendations by members of the community do not constitute an endorsement by the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF).

Video - DVD List

sdivas
  • By sdivas · New reply November 11, 2009
  • 1 reply
  • The following dvd's are from my personal collection and should be used only as a guideline. Please check with a health professional regarding your bone loss before starting an exercise program. Use the ...

Book List - Revised

sdivas
  • By sdivas · New reply November 1, 2009
  • 6 replies
  • The following revised book list are books pertaining to osteoporosis that are in my personal collection. Please use only as a guide. NOF Boning Up on Osteoporosis - www.nof.org Walking Tall - Sara Meeks ...

Jodi Picoult - Handle with care

Loods
  • By Loods · New reply October 17, 2009
  • 1 reply
  • I have just finished reading Jodi Picoult's book 'Handle with care' about a young girl born with Osteogenesis Imperfecta - a condition I was also born with. We have already discussed this on the site ...

Guided Imagery

Belleruth
  • By Belleruth · New reply October 5, 2009
  • 17 replies
  • Has anyone tried guided imagery to help with bone loss, pain, fatigue or mending fractures? It works well with medication and can increase its benefits. It consists of relaxing words and music that create ...

Vivian Goldschmidt Book?

Caff55
  • By Caff55 · New reply September 13, 2009
  • 30 replies
  • Vivian Goldschmidt author of a book called 'The Bone Health Revolution' http://saveourbones.com/get-started2.htm l#getstarted Of course she reveals how to make the cure with no prescription drugs etc ...

Acid vs. Alkaline book

HRBGirl
  • By HRBGirl · New reply August 28, 2009
  • 11 replies
  • I am looking for a good book on an acid/alkaline diet. Any suggestions ...

Boning Up On Osteoporosis A Guide to Prevention & Treatment

sdivas
  • By sdivas · New reply May 28, 2009
  • 16 replies
  • Are there any community members that have a copy of the NOF Boning Up On Osteoporosis A Guide to Prevention & Treatment? Thank you ...

Save Our Bones website/book

gardengal
  • By gardengal · New reply April 23, 2009
  • 2 replies
  • Does anyone know what the "Save Our Bones" book is all about? Is there anything new, or is it the familiar calcium/vitamin D/exercise advice ...

Recommended read

gardengal
  • By gardengal · New reply April 19, 2009
  • 2 replies
  • A great read is "The Myth of Osteoporosis" by Gillian Sanson. Available on Amazon for about $12. It is a riveting read about diagnosis and treatment options. The author is a lay person who has done her ...

"The Doctors" Show

Gatekeeper
  • By Gatekeeper · Posted March 11, 2009
  • 0 replies
  • On today's show they did a Dexascan on the lady Doc and she was surprised to find she has osteopenia. You might be able to watch it by going to the website. They also covered other diagnostic tests done ...

Osteoporosia

Quarryman
  • By Quarryman · New reply December 6, 2008
  • 6 replies
  • I'm newly diagnosed with Osteoporosis, can anyone recommend a good book that I should buy covering: treatment of the condition including at least; drugs, nutrition and exercise particularly, from a fairly ...

Research Summaries about Bone Health and Contributing Factors

MahaHaha
  • By MahaHaha · Posted June 22, 2008
  • 0 replies
  • I have been aware of these studies and related research findings for some time. I did not post them earlier because I presumed that members who joined before I started to participate would have introduced ...

OsteoporosisNOF: Download NOF's new brochure Hormones and Healthy Bones @ http://bit.ly/3Yg7tq

OsteoporosisNOF: NOF's CFC information: CFC #:11043; Osteoporosis Foundation, National

OsteoporosisNOF: NOF announces the launch of their Combined Federal Campaign (CFC). Visit www.nof.org.

OsteoporosisNOF: Need information on osteoporosis? Visit NOF's Web site at www.nof.org or email request@nof.org. NOF can send you free educational materials.

OsteoporosisNOF: Volunteer to start an NOF support group to help yourself and others with osteoporosis in your community. Call (800) 231-4222 to learn more.

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