Diana Moran, aka The Green Goddess, is here to help spread the word about treatments and preventative measures we can all take to tackle osteoporosis.As a sufferer of osteopenia herself (an early form of osteoporosis) Diana Moran is a strong advocate for exercise, early diagnosis, weight bearing exercise, vitamin D and other measures that can be taken to tackle osteoporosis. Written in association with the Royal Osteoporosis Society, this practical book is a must-have for anybody affected by osteoporosis. Packed with advice, friendly tips and ideas, and an overview of current research, and what we can all be doing to help ourselves live well. Also contains specially designed exercises to help encourage a more active lifestyle and strengthen areas of weakness, alongside the important theory, and medical side of osteoporosis. This is an easy to digest, friendly guide for the general reader.

IntroductionRoyal Osteoporosis Society Top TipsPART ONE1. What is Osteoporosis?2. Know Your Bones3. Who is at Risk of Osteoporosis?4. Bone Screening and Who is Eligible5. Menopause and its Consequences6. Drug Treatments for Osteoporosis7. Diet, Supplements and Natural AlternativesPART TWO8. Why Do We Need to Exercise?9. Exercise Plan Warm-Up10. Upper Body Workout 11. Lower Body Exercise12. Osteo Relief Exercises13. Preventing Falls