Date published: 01.09.08 - not release date

Look after your bones

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For immediate release: 31 January 2007

Look after your bones


Protecting your bones isn’t just about checking your calcium levels. There are many other factors that put you at risk of osteoporosis, including your vitamin D intake and exercise pattern. What is most important is that your overall lifestyle is a bone-friendly one.

In the Winter 2006/7 issue of The Menopause Exchange newsletter, registered dietitian Tanya Haffner has plenty of advice on leading a bone-friendly lifestyle. In her article, she covers various topics, including calcium, vitamin D and vitamin K, healthy eating, phytoestrogens and suitable forms of exercise.

“People don’t often realise that strong bones actually need a variety of nutrients as well as calcium and vitamin D, and that other factors like your salt intake can lower your bone density,” says Norma Goldman, founder and director of The Menopause Exchange. “It is never too late to look after your bones, and the menopause is a critical time, due to the increased risk of osteoporosis.”

The Menopause Exchange covers a wide range of subjects like menopausal symptoms, HRT and its alternatives, nutrition and lifestyle and medical conditions (e.g. breast cancer). It is completely independent – it is not sponsored by any companies and is funded purely by subscriptions. Other articles in the Winter 2006/7 issue include HRT: the decision-making process, giving up smoking and essential tests at the menopause. The Menopause Exchange has an Ask the Experts panel, information service and fact sheets specifically for members.

For more info on The Menopause Exchange, write to The Menopause Exchange at PO Box 205, Bushey, Herts WD23 1ZS, call 020 8420 7245, fax 020 8954 2783 or send an e-mail to norma@menopause-exchange.co.uk

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NOTES FOR EDITORS
1.The Menopause Exchange Newsletter was launched in June 1999.
2.The founder and director of The Menopause Exchange is Norma Goldman, a pharmacist with a Master’s degree in health promotion. She gives talks on the menopause at organisations, workplaces, health clubs, pharmacies, exhibitions and other venues. Her daughter, Victoria, the editor of the newsletter, is an experienced health journalist with a BSc. degree in Biomedical Science and a Master’s degree in Science Communication.
3.The aim of The Menopause Exchange is to raise the awareness of the menopause among women, healthcare professionals (e.g. nurses and pharmacists) and complementary practitioners.
4.Topics covered in previous issues of the newsletter include: HRT questions you forget to ask your doctor; osteoporosis treatments; sexuality after the menopause; complementary therapies at the menopause; heart disease; memory problems; anti-ageing beauty secrets; weight control; and phytoestrogens in your diet.
5.UK annual membership (4 issues of the newsletter and regular fact sheets) costs £18 for individuals; £22 for local organisations; £30 for companies/national organisations; corporate (over 10 copies) and overseas memberships are available on request.
6.All press enquiries to Norma Goldman on 020 8420 7245.