Lifestyle modification / in the form of smoke cessation, low alcohol intake, appropriate diet that increases intake of vegetables and reduces meat and phosphorous-containing beverages (sodas), and proper exercise are all necessary to halt the march of bone deterioration.

Yoga  / which is one of the best exercises for prevention of osteoporosis. Yoga breathing and stretching stimulate the rebuilding of the bones by improving calcium re-uptake.

Walking / which is also very beneficial, should be part of the osteoporosis prevention program.   Excessive obsessive exercise, however, especially anaerobic exercise, which tends to create blood acidosis and free radicals is not advantageous. People who are accustomed to anaerobic exercise (tennis and jogging) ought to be reminded to increase the intake of anti-oxidants.

Mind Over Matter / Stress is one of the major threats to wellness. In relation to osteoporosis, stress increases blood acidosis and produces tremendous amounts of free radicals that damage all tissues, including the bone collagen which is the basic structure of the bone, the glue that holds the cells together.  Dealing with stress is especially important for postmenopausal women. 

Meditation or biofeedback (a short course in learning how to balance one’s physiology), are very beneficial.  At our Center we found that acupuncture and biosyntonie are extremely beneficial, not only to reduce stress, but to fuel the energy to rebuild bones.  An attitude of optimism is an essential ingredient.  A positive attitude does wonders for the immune system and to reduce blood acidity.

In summary / Osteoporosis is not a simple linear process, but is due to many factors that include hormonal imbalances, disorderly lifestyles, poor eating habits, poor exercise and stress. Knowing this, it is necessary for one to look at the whole "map of factors" as a puzzle whose pieces need to be put together to create a harmonious picture. 

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