Helen Ritchie
Registered Nutritional Therapist
What really causes osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is rarely just about calcium. Bone loss is often driven by inflammation, hormonal changes, poor gut health, stress, inactivity, nutrient deficiencies and lifestyle factors that build over time. The good news? Bone is living tissue - and with the right nutrition and lifestyle support, prevention and improvement are possible.
Osteoporosis – why calcium alone won’t fix it.
After an osteoporosis diagnosis, I discovered bone health is about far more than calcium and vitamin D. True support involves protein, key nutrients, gut health, and the right exercise stimulus. This blog explores a whole-body approach to building strong, resilient bones, and why simplistic advice may be holding many people back from real progress.
A surprising update on my bone health (and what I’ve learned)
After a 2021 diagnosis of osteoporosis, I chose to support my bone health through nutrition, strength training, and targeted supplementation. Years later, a more advanced scan revealed the original diagnosis was inaccurate. This journey highlights the importance of proper testing, consistency, and how diet and lifestyle can powerfully influence long-term bone strength.
Men and Menopause: The conversation we’re not having (but need to…)
Menopause is often seen as a women-only issue, but its impact extends far beyond the individual, affecting relationships, households, and partners too. This article explores what menopause really feels like, highlighting the physical and emotional changes women experience and why these shifts are often misunderstood.
It emphasises that menopause is a physiological transition, not a personal choice, and explains how this can influence mood, energy, and connection within relationships. The article also offers practical ways partners can provide meaningful support, from improving communication to sharing lifestyle changes around nutrition, sleep, and stress.
By bringing men into the conversation, it reframes menopause as a shared experience - one that, with understanding and support, can strengthen relationships and create a more positive health journey for both partners.