In January, my 82-year-old mother could only manage 30 seconds of walking due to muscle loss in her back. Now, after 5 months of strength training, she can briskly walk for 2 minutes unsupported.
My mum and dad have been strength training for 5 months and are both starting to notice a change in their health, mobility, and independence.
https://youtube.com/shorts/cRMSJ2UdjJY?si=T9kD4mSL-67JjWLH
Not convincing. Go to the link, only two citations are provided. Read the readers’ comments. They bring up excellent points that lend doubt to the veracity of the research.
[Personally, I limit soy, but ocassionally enjoy it.]
Dr. Neal Barnard’s Osteoporosis Guidance
Focus Area:
Calcium Sources
→ Prioritize leafy greens and plant foods (like kale, bok choy, broccoli). Avoid relying on dairy.
Exercise
→ Do regular weight-bearing and resistance training to stimulate bone strength.
Supplements
→ Take Vitamin D and B12 if needed. Avoid unnecessary calcium supplements.
Avoid
→ Minimize or eliminate dairy, high animal protein foods, and excess salt.
Lifestyle
→ Follow a whole-food, plant-based, low-fat diet rich in fiber and nutrients.
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Dr. Peter Rogers’ Osteoporosis Guidance
Focus Area:
Diet
→ Follow a whole-food, low-fat, plant-based diet (no oil). Emphasize starchy vegetables, greens, legumes, and whole grains. Avoid dairy and animal protein.
Exercise
→ Prioritize heavy, weight-bearing and resistance exercise (e.g. bodyweight squats, sled pushes) to stimulate bone density.
Supplements
→ Only take essentials: Vitamin D (if low sunlight) and Vitamin B12. Avoid calcium supplements unless medically necessary.
Lifestyle
→ Get daily sunlight (20+ minutes), maintain consistent sleep patterns, and manage stress for optimal hormonal and bone health.
Avoid
→ Steer clear of processed foods, added oils, environmental toxins (plastics, chemical cleaners), and sedentary habits.
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Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn’s Osteoporosis Guidance
Focus Area:
Calcium Sources
→ Prioritize calcium from leafy greens and whole plant foods (kale, bok choy, broccoli). Avoid dairy and calcium supplements unless medically necessary.
Exercise
→ Engage in regular weight-bearing and resistance exercises to strengthen bones.
Supplements
→ Take Vitamin D and B12 if needed. Avoid excessive calcium supplementation.
Avoid
→ Minimize animal protein, dairy, and excess salt intake which can weaken bone health.
Lifestyle
→ Follow a whole-food, plant-based, low-fat diet rich in fiber and nutrients to support overall bone health.
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Dr. T. Colin Campbell Osteoporosis Guidance
Focus Area:
Calcium Sources
→ Obtain calcium primarily from whole plant foods like leafy greens, legumes, and vegetables. Avoid reliance on animal products or supplements.
Diet
→ Follow a whole-food, plant-based diet rich in unprocessed foods to support bone health and overall wellness.
Protein
→ Use plant-based protein sources instead of animal protein to reduce calcium loss from bones.
Exercise
→ Include regular weight-bearing and resistance exercises to maintain and build bone density.
Avoid
→ Limit intake of animal products, processed foods, and excess salt that may contribute to bone loss.
Lifestyle
→ Emphasize nutrient-dense, plant-based eating combined with physical activity for lifelong bone strength and health.
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Dr. John McDougall Osteoporosis Guidance
Focus Area:
Calcium Sources
→ Get calcium from whole plant foods like leafy greens, beans, and vegetables. Avoid dairy and animal-based calcium sources.
Diet
→ Follow a starch-based, whole-food, plant-centered diet emphasizing potatoes, rice, beans, and vegetables for balanced nutrition.
Protein
→ Use plant proteins to support bone health and avoid excess animal protein that may increase calcium loss.
Exercise
→ Incorporate regular weight-bearing and resistance exercises to build and maintain bone density.
Avoid
→ Minimize animal products, oils, and processed foods that can negatively impact bone strength.
Lifestyle
→ Adopt a low-fat, whole-food, plant-based diet along with physical activity for optimal bone and overall health.
Hearing Loss & Loneliness
https://www.nature.com/articles/s44271-025-00277-8
In conclusion, our study reveals critical insights regarding the interplay between hearing impairment, social isolation, loneliness and cognitive aging. We found that hearing impairment was associated with steeper decline in both episodic memory and executive functioning, and that this association was stronger among individuals reporting higher levels of subjective loneliness, even in the absence of objective social isolation. These associations were stronger for episodic memory compared to executive function. Our study underscores the importance of a holistic approach that combines auditory health with psychosocial support to maintain cognitive health in later life.
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Stuff I Eat
114 N Market St
Inglewood, CA 90301
THIS SOUP RECIPE
2 heads of steamed cauliflower
1.5 cups soaked cashews
arrow root powder to thicken
1/4 cup Braggs liquid aminos
2 cans coconut cream
1 tbsp nutritional yeast
green onion
sweet peppers
red onions
shitake mushrooms
3 cloves garlic
basil
sweet corn
chopped walnuts
Heat on stovetop
We sit down with Lou Corona, a legendary figure in the raw food world who has been thriving on a raw vegan lifestyle for over 50 years. In this powerful interview, Lou shares how his journey started with illness and struggle, and how he transformed his life through natural living, cleansing, and the Four Principles he now teaches around the world.
We discuss his early health battles, the spiritual and physical breakthroughs he experienced, and how he’s maintained vitality and clarity well into his 70s. If you’ve ever wondered what long-term raw living looks like, Lou is the example. Get inspired, take notes, and begin your own path to vibrant health.