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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

17 hours ago

Are you getting enough calcium? 🥛🧀🥦
Calcium is one of the building blocks of healthy bones—but many of us have no idea how much we are actually getting each day.

For most adults, the recommended intake is around 1,000 mg per day, increasing to 1,300 mg per day for women over 50 and men over 70. Healthy Bones Australia

The best place to start is usually your food.
Milk, yoghurt and cheese are obvious sources, but calcium can also come from foods such as fortified alternatives, some fish, tofu, nuts and green vegetables.

Rather than guessing, try the calcium calculator and see how your usual day adds up.
www.bonetalk.com.au/calculator.html

A simple check today may identify an easy way to support your bones for the future.
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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

1 day ago

Teen years are a key time for building strong bones 🦴

The bone health habits developed during adolescence can make a real difference later in life.

Not eating enough — including not getting enough calcium — can affect bone growth and bone strength. Conditions such as anorexia and restrictive eating can place teenagers at greater risk of poor bone health.

Helping teens build healthy bones includes:
• enough calcium in the diet
• regular weight-bearing exercise
• good overall nutrition
• getting the right support early

If you are concerned about your teen’s nutrition, bone health or risk factors, a great resource is here: www.osteoporosis.foundation/sites/iofbonehealth/files/2019-06/2018_Anorexia_FactSheet_English.pdf
and speak with your GP or health professional.
Strong bones start early.
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West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

3 days ago

How healthy are your bones? 🦴
Osteoporosis is often called a silent disease because there may be no obvious symptoms until a fracture occurs.
And it isn’t only something to think about in old age. Your risk can be influenced by factors such as:
• a previous fracture from a minor fall
• family history of osteoporosis or hip fracture
• early menopause
• certain medications or health conditions
• low calcium or vitamin D
• low levels of appropriate exercise
As we approach World Osteoporosis Day on October 20, take a few minutes to check your own bone health.
👉 Know Your Bones has a free online assessment that takes around 5–10 minutes and provides a personalised report you can discuss with your GP. See www.knowyourbones.org.au/ ... See MoreSee Less

West Lakes Physio - Sports and Rehab

1 week ago

Fun Fact Friday: Your body likes variety.
There isn’t one “perfect” posture you need to hold all day. Often, the best posture is simply your next posture. Moving and changing positions regularly can be more helpful than trying to sit perfectly for hours.

Sore after sitting all day? Let’s look at your workstation, movement habits and your neck or back. ... See MoreSee Less