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Bone loss may be part of the ageing process, but not a foregone conclusion. Some risk factors for osteoporosis you can’t change, but certain lifestyle practices can be used to your advantage to decrease your risk for osteoporosis.

Is it better to exercise if you want to lose weight or will you gain weight if you do? Exercise without dietary changes may not result in the weight loss you want, but without physical activity your dietary changes may amount to zero loss over time.

Ketogenic diets have been part of the weight loss scene for decades, but what sets them apart from other weight loss diets? What is a ketogenic diet and how effective are they if you want healthy sustainable weight loss?

Wheat and/or gluten can cause allergic reactions and gastrointestinal distress in some people. It has been claimed wheat causes weight gain and other health issues. Eliminate wheat and all your health problems will cease: or will they?

The process of menopause can be uncomfortable and even debilitating. Hormone replacement therapies can reduce some of the effects of menopause, but many women want to take a natural drug-free approach. Is this possible with nutrition and exercise?