by Erica Leon | Jun 1, 2023 | Body Image, Diet Culture, Eating Disorders
Did you know that the entire month of May was called “Older Adults Month?” Yes, there was a whole month devoted to help combat ageism. Aging Unbound, this year’s theme, reminds us to combat stereotypes about ageing – stereotypes such as being wrinkled,...
by Erica Leon | Jul 31, 2021 | Body Image, Menopause
Today’s last installment of nutrition and lifestyle changes for osteoporosis will focus on musculoskeletal health at midlife. In addition to bone health and its importance in treating, as well as preventing, osteoporosis, it’s important to address what happens to our...
by Erica Leon | Jun 26, 2021 | Menopause, Mindful & Intuitive Eating, Self Care
Yes, getting the proper amount of calcium can help you build stronger bones and prevent osteoporosis. In my last blog post, I shared with you Part 1 in my series focused on Risk and Screening for Osteoporosis at midlife. Today’s focus will be on dietary changes you...
by Erica Leon | Jun 12, 2021 | Menopause, Mindful & Intuitive Eating
For many people, the first sign of osteoporosis, a debilitating bone disease, is actually breaking their first bone! That’s because it happens far more often than many of us realize. After working hard to avoid going to a doctor’s offices during COVID over the past...
