Osteoporosis For Dummies

Osteoporosis For Dummies
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Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages : 325
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ISBN-10 : 9781118069967
ISBN-13 : 111806996X
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Book Synopsis Osteoporosis For Dummies by : Carolyn Riester O'Connor

Download or read book Osteoporosis For Dummies written by Carolyn Riester O'Connor and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-04-22 with total page 325 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Facts and advice to help people understand and prevent osteoporosis There are an estimated 55 million Americans over the age of 50 who have low bone mass. This easy-to-understand guide helps readers assess their risk and find a practical approach to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of osteoporosis. It covers bone density tests and a wide range of treatment options for osteoporosis-from hormone replacement therapy and acupuncture to calcium-rich foods, supplements, and exercise-and offers pointers on preventing broken hips and other common fractures.


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