Lara Pizzorno has a message for you: Healthy, Vibrant Bones Are Your Birthright! And Lara knows firsthand! When diagnosed with osteopenia in her early 40s, she got busy. Working with her husband Joe, a respected naturopathic physician, the couple identified why she was losing bone. Then, they embarked on finding natural approaches to support her health. Fast forward 30 years, and Lara’s bone density at age 72 matches that of a healthy 30-year old! Researchers now understand what causes osteoporosis and how to stop it. Lara and Joe cite hundreds of peer-reviewed research studies to give you a bone building road map. Bone loss is not inevitable. The problem is that our food supply lacks the nutrients strong bones need. Plus, common chemicals, heavy metals, and other toxins that are present in our environment, and there you have the perfect recipe for osteoporosis. The good news is you can prevent or lessen the impact of every single one of these bone wreckers. Joe, the author of The Toxin Solution, reveals simple ways to heal your body from the poisons in our water, air, and food to encourage our natural healing process. Lara details nutrients our bones need from vitamin A, and K2 to Zinc many of which are missing from conventional foods. (Studies show most of us are deficient in at least some of these.) If you’ve tried everything and are still losing bone, Lara and Joe help you pinpoint the exact causes. Learn what lab tests can provide insight on your vitamin status and discover how to overcome bad genetics. Here’s the amazing part! While Healthy Bones Healthy You! is designed to help you strengthen your bones, expect benefits that go well beyond. The things your bones require an array of nutrients, reduced exposure to harmful chemicals, and weight-bearing exercise match the needs of your organs to remain healthy and vibrant. When you follow the strategies provided here to build Healthy Bones, you’ll also create a Healthy You! Take Back Control Of Your Bone Health To Live A Full, Vibrant Life! Ten years after publishing her groundbreaking book Your Bones, bone-health expert Lara Pizzorno has teamed up with Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, a pioneer in science-based, natural medicine, to show you the latest clinically-supported strategies to build strong, healthy bones. Your DEXA bone scan results are back and your doctor is concerned. You have been diagnosed with osteopenia or osteoporosis? The options you’ve been offered (and their potential side effects) leave you scared. Are frail, thinning bones something you have to accept as a natural part of aging? ABSOLUTELY NOT! Lara Pizzorno has a message for you: Healthy, Vibrant Bones Are Your Birthright! Researchers now understand what causes osteoporosis—and how to stop it. Lara and Joe cite hundreds of peer-reviewed research studies to give you a bone building road map. Bone Loss Is Not Inevitable. Lara details nutrients our bones need—from vitamin A to zinc—many of which are missing from conventional foods. (Studies show most of us are deficient in at least some of these.) The Healthy Bones Healthy You book gives you a whole body approach to osteoporosis. Plus, Lara shares her favorite weight-bearing exercises—barre3, yoga, and Pilates—and how to modify moves to be safe and beneficial for any fitness level. Get a complete list of exercises for preventing & treating osteoporosis.