Bones, posture and Aging - with Linda MacDougall - Episode 126

Are you worried about falls, stooped posture, or bone loss for yourself or a loved one? As we age, these concerns become all too real. But what if much of what we believe about aging isn't true?

In this empowering episode, host Diane Carbo is joined by holistic health practitioner and senior care specialist Linda MacDougall. With decades of experience, Linda shares her unique perspective on the challenges we face as we age and provides practical, powerful advice on how to maintain strength, dignity, and quality of life.

This conversation is packed with myth-busting truths about bone health, practical tips on choosing the right mobility aids, and simple ways to improve posture at any age.

✨ Episode Highlights

Here are some of the key takeaways from this eye-opening conversation:

• 🦴 The 7-Year Myth-Buster: Learn why bone loss is not inevitable. Linda explains how bones completely reformulate every seven years and how you can actively reverse bone loss, just as she did.
• 🧘 How Posture Impacts Everything: It's not just about appearance! Linda details how rounded posture contracts your front muscles and weakens your back muscles, which can directly impact your lung capacity and lead to chronic pain.
• 💊 The Unsung Heroes of Bone Health: Discover why magnesium and zinc are just as crucial as calcium. These two minerals alone support over 300 enzymatic reactions in the body.
• ⚠️ A Common Medication Warning: If you or your loved one takes an acid-controlling drug like Prilosec or Omeprazole, you need to know how it can deplete magnesium.
• 🚶‍♀️ The Biggest Mistake with Walkers & Canes: Linda reveals why grabbing a "freebie" or a thrift-store walker can do more harm than good. Using improperly sized equipment can worsen posture, increase pain, and even cause falls.
• 👀 A Massage Therapist's Eye: Find out what early health warnings, from cancerous moles to critical muscle imbalances, a trained therapist can spot that others (even doctors) might miss.
• 👟 It Starts from the Ground Up: Linda explains the surprising connection between your foot arches (or lack thereof) and pain in your neck, hips, and back. Wearing unsupportive slippers at home could be the cause of your pain.
• 💪 Gentle Ways to Build Strength: You don't need a heavy-duty gym routine. Linda suggests simple, low-impact ways to build bone density, such as Tai Chi, walking, or even using a towel for resistance.

🤝 Connect with Our Guest

Linda MacDougall

• Website: LoveYourLongevity.com

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