Program description: Bone loss (osteopenia and osteoporosis) can be a concern as we grow older. Supplementing with calcium alone will neither build nor maintain bones and it can lead to troublesome calcium build-up in joints, arteries, tendons and kidneys. This session focuses on diet, including the many nutrients required for healthy bone building, what foods contain them, and how the body best absorbs them into the bones and teeth where we want them. We will also discuss calcium supplements, how to prevent leaching of minerals from bones, what type of exercise promotes bone-building, and the relationship between osteoporosis, bone density, and fractures (it may not be as straightforward as you think).
Program Leader: Jo Phillips
Jo Phillips, A.A. Nursing, RNCP, has been a Registered Nutritional Consultant for 27 years and is a retired community health nurse. She has given workshops on nutrition for places as varied as Camosun College Continuing Education and CUPE SD #62 Wellness Days. She continues to upgrade her nutrition expertise and enjoys sharing her knowledge with others.
Number of sessions: 1
Dates and time of session: Tuesday, March 11, 1:30 – 3:00pm
Program Location: Sooke Library Multipurpose Room
To register, please make your request to Sooke Region Lifelong Learning by email: sookeregionlifelonglearning@gmail.com
Sooke Region Lifelong Learning is a volunteer organization offering educational programs and workshops for adults in the Sooke region. Based on the Elder College model, we provide stimulating and enjoyable learning environments which address the unique and diverse interests of participants.
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