Comments on: Diet Plan for Osteoporosis

By: Nancy Robinson RDN

Nancy Robinson RDN — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 17:32:46 +0000

In reply to dlynne17. As long as you are not gluten intolerant, whole wheat is fine to include in the osteoporosis diet. A variety of whole grains should be included in a healthy diet.

By: dlynne17

dlynne17 — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:29:30 +0000

What’s your opinion of whole wheat? Is this an okay ingredient for people with osteoporosis, assuming they’ve been tested for celiac disease? Do you have concerns about gluten sensitivity and absorption? I actually find it rather difficult to avoid all wheat and wonder if it’s necessary to completely avoid it. Thank you.

By: Nancy Robinson RDN

Nancy Robinson RDN — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 03:52:12 +0000

In reply to Renee Wright. Yes, you can be vegan and meet nutrient needs for bone health but it can be challenging, and may require some use of nutritional supplements. You have to plan very carefully. I have worked with vegan clients on individualized plans to meet their needs. Beans are a great food for bones, and as long as they are adequately cooked are not a concern in my opinion.

By: Renee Wright

Renee Wright — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 03:36:16 +0000

Hi, do you think you can be vegan and meet bone health requirements? I have osteoporosis in my spine and want to improve. Are beans with the phytates bad? I have been planar based a couple of years and have listened to so many podcast about dangers of dairy for breast health etc! So confusing

By: Nancy Robinson RDN

Nancy Robinson RDN — Tue, 18 Feb 2020 02:28:32 +0000

In reply to mishela.

As a general recommendation, I do encourage whole grains and fermented dairy in my diet plans. I can understand why you are confused if you feel you are being given conflicting advice. Without more detail re your Naturopath’s recommendations, your specific health needs and situation, I’m unable to help with your confusion. I would be happy to schedule an individualized consult with you to assist you with your diet. You can contact me at info@food4osteoporosis.com to schedule an appointment.

By: mishela

mishela — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 22:51:33 +0000

The advice I received from my naturopath was to limit dairy to 0-1 serving per day and s-1-2 servings per day of grains. essentially she said avoid these foods. but what I see in your info is that my diet should be rich in both of those. I am confused, can you help me?

By: DJ

DJ — Sat, 04 Apr 2015 15:09:12 +0000

Yes, I 2nd Diana’s comments. I’m interested in a vegan, gluten-free menu, too.

By: Nancy Robinson

Nancy Robinson — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 20:15:22 +0000

Yes, plant based eating shares many of the same concepts. While my program includes lots of vegetarian meals, at this time my Food 4 Osteoporosis Eating plan is not vegan or gluten free. Some of the muffin recipes are gluten free but not all. Maybe someday I can expand the program to include a vegan and gluten free option as well. You might want to take a look at the free demo of one weeks menus on my website to get a better idea of the menus and recipes offered. Thanks for your comments.

By: Diana Blend

Diana Blend — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 15:42:38 +0000

Your insight matches much of what I have learned as a plant based eater and cook. I too have a history of osteopenia and osteoporosis. Does your program have a plan for those of us who tend to be vegan and must be gluten free?

By: Nancy Robinson

Nancy Robinson — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 16:30:13 +0000

A serving of vegetable is either 1 cup of raw greens or 1/2 cup of other vegetables. For example 1 cup of broccoli would be considered 2 servings of vegetables. A salad with 2 cups raw greens, 1/2 cup tomato and 1/2 cup carrots would be 4 servings. A serving of fruit is generally 1 medium size fruit or 1/2 cup fruit. Hope that helps.