The Role of Nutrition in Orthopedic Health and Injury Recovery

The age-old adage “you are what you eat” holds a profound truth, especially when it comes to orthopedic health and injury recovery. The food and nutrients that we consume play a significant role in not only our overall well-being but also in the strength of our bones, the health of our joints, and the pace […]

Break the Habit: Smoking Affects Bone Health

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A fresh start can happen anytime, but one of the most important changes you can make this year starts with a breath of fresh air. We all know that smoking is bad for our health, but did you know that smoking affects not only our lungs, but also our bones and joints?

Shining Light On Vitamin D And Healthy Bones

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Of all the things that we can do to help our body and bones stay healthy, there is one that is the easiest of all. What is it you wonder? The answer is a daily dose of sunlight.

Keep Your Bones Amazing

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Our bones are amazingly complex structures that do so much for us. So it is not surprising that the causes that lead to poor bone health and osteoporosis are just as complex

Love Your Body Head To Toe

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Our overall health can be linked to how well we take care of ourselves both mentally and physically, but what does it mean to be healthy from head to toe? The answer to that question is unique for everyone.

Get Moving With Easy At-Home Exercises

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Exercising our bodies everyday does more than help us to stay fit and flexible — it may also help prevent injury and maintain mobility later in life.

Don’t “Walk It Off”: Prevent Long-term Damage

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Don’t just “walk it off”. Persistent pain is your body’s way of asking you to pay attention. Long-term damage that can lead to chronic conditions is often preventable with just a single visit to the doctor.

Take Steps Now To Prevent Osteoporosis

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Millions of Americans have osteoporosis or are at risk. One in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis.

Healthy Bones: Kick Stress to the Curb

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Stress, dehydration and bone health are connected. Too much stress does a double-whammy on our overall health from our moods to our bones. Daily exercise and proper hydration are simple ways to improve health and keep stress at bay.

Five Healthy Habits That Stick

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Small changes add up. A few new healthy habits to your daily routine can make a huge impact on your overall well being. Here are 5 habits you’ll stick to all year long.