Stand Tall!: Every Woman's Guide to Preventing and Treating Osteoporosis

This practical guide to stopping bone loss can help every woman (and a lot of men too). In easy-to-read style, it covers every aspect of osteoporosis: . . . all the factors that lead to bone loss . . . the best way to find out if you are losing bone . . . therapies for prevention and treatment . . . side effects of drugs . . . pros and cons of estrogen . . . results of the most important research Osteoporosis prevention is still not addressed by all physicians. With Stand Tall as a resource, you will have the tools for taking an active role in your own health care decisions and be able to communicate your needs with your doctor.