HI Penny. We suggest that most people start with Exercise for Better Bones. http://melioguide.com/products/exercise-for-better-bones-program/

Not that we know about.

You should consult with your physician regarding your diabetes and diet.

Thank you very much for sharing this. The study you mention can be found here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4425157/

Concerning prunes, I wonder what you think of the research behind the “Scarborough Fair” diet, developed in Australia following research from Germany pointing to “bone resorption inhibiting properties” (BRIPs) n a number of specific fruits, vegetables and herbs…not just prunes. The trendy name comes from the fact that “parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme” (but not cilantro, basil, oregano or mint) just happen to have similar BRIPs to prunes, as do citrus, onions (all alliums), and cabbage (all brassicas) (but not apples, kiwi, spinach or green beans),

The 2 papers published have had a big influence on me–not just to eat more prunes–but also the other specific foods tested in the study. I have been surprised to see so little mention of this study in North America. In fact, the only place I’ve seen the study referenced, completely misrepresented its conclusions that all fruits and vegetables are not created equal. “Increased Intake of Selectd Vegetables, Herbs and Fruit may Reduce Bone Turnover in Post-Menopausal Women,” Gunn et al, Nutrients, 2014 7 2499-2517;doi: 10.3390/nu7042499