I have had MS for many years. Diagnosed when I was 33 which would make it 23 years but I suspect I have had it for 35 years since I was 21. I strive to maintain my independence. I walk to the store using walking poles and it takes me about 25 minutes one way. I cab it back with groceries. I was out of organic carrots and organic apples so I needed to walk to the store today.

There is construction in my neighborhood right now so I had to ask for some assistance from a construction worker to help me across a small ‘ditch’ for lack of better words. He was so kind and helpful. Then as I continued to walk I needed to walk down some stairs and there were 3 young men at the bottom of the stairs. I am a middle aged woman that is alone so that makes me pause. I have to hold onto my walking poles with my left hand and hold the rail with my right hand as I walk down the stairs.

I had a preconceived notion that these young men were using drugs or were dangerous in some way. I shouted down an inquiry if it was okay for me to walk down the stairs. They said absolutely no problem so I came down the stairs. Again these three young men were so kind to me. I had no reason to fear them at all. One of them said he was inspired by me and what I am doing despite my condition of MS. I was inspired by these young men and their kindness and I hope that they believe in themselves completely and know that they are capable of anything. God Bless All Our Young People Trying to Navigate Life Right Now!

I am a licensed naturopathic doctor practicing in Calgary, Alberta. I have a largely counseling based practice on Jane doing telemedicine but I also have a focus on drainage and treating autoimmune disorders. To book in with me on Jane my clinic name is robinvinge based in Calgary. Website is www.robinvinge.com

Foods for optimal bone

Plant rich fibre focused diet- high fibre diet provides beneficial gut metabolites, short chain fatty acids promote bone health and reduce bone breakdown.                                                                                                                                                                                                    Vegetables especially leafy greens, broccoli, brussels sprouts                                                                                                                                    Fruits especially berries, apples, citrus                                                                                                                                                                             Legumes-lentils, chick peas, beans                                                                                                                                                                                   Whole grains-oats, quinoa, brown rice, buckwheat                                                                                                                                                       Dairy for those who tolerate it-yogurt, kefir, cheese in fermented forms                                                                                                                 Non-dairy- almonds, tahini, tofu, sardines, leafy greens                                                                                                                                              Exercise for Bone Remodeling                                                                                                                                                                                           Heavy Resistance Training- Squats, Romanian dead lifts, Overhead press, Farmer carries, Step ups                                                                 Impact loading- Jump squats, Hopping, Box step ups. Bounding, Jump rope                                                                                                           Power training-Stand quickly from a chair, Kettle ball, Medicine ball throws                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Exercise ranking for Bone- Heavy resistance- excellent; Progressive weight lifting-excellent; Jump training-excellent; Stair climbing fast-excellent; Tennis,Pickleball-good; Hiking uneven terrain- good; Running- moderate; Brisk walking-limited; Yoga-limited; Swimming/cycling-minimal.                                                                                                                                                                                                Highest Clinical Genetic SNPS- Col1A1, LRP5, WNT16, ESR1, RANK/RANKL, SOBT

Testing DEXA every 2 years, REMS, Blood markers CPX, PINP

Reference: The Gut-Bone Axis in Midlife Women: Inflammation, Bone Health and Emerging Clinical Insights-PLMI Institute August 2026

For more help with your health care come see me on Jane robinvinge in Calgary I am a registered naturopathic doctor in Alberta                                                                                                                                                                                          

Calcium (MCHC) like Ostera Metagenics or Bone Builder Extra Strength 1000-1200 mg foundation of bone matrix                          Vitamin D3 2000-4000 iu- enhances calcium absorption 30 – 40 %                                                                                                                            Vitamin K2- 100-200 mcg/day- directs calcium into the bone                                                                                                                            Protein 1.2-1.6 g/kg/day structural component of bone matrix                                                                                                              Magnesium glycinate- 320 mg- 420 mg/day- required for Vitamin D activation                                                                                      Collagen- 5 – 15 g/day- supports bone flexibility and strength                                                                                                                        Boron- 3-6 mg/day decreases calcium and magnesium excretion                                                                                                                     Zinc- 25 mg/day- essential for osteoclast formation                                                                                                                                        Omega 3- 1-4 gm/day EPA/DHA- reduces inflammatory bone resorption 

Reference: The Gut-Bone Axis in Midlife Women-Inflammation, Bone Health and Emerging Clinical Solutions PLMI Institute August 2026   

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