OSU Extension Mahoning County Offers “Build Your Bones” Educational Series
OSU Extension Mahoning County is inviting community members to participate in Build Your Bones, a four-week educational series designed to help adults improve and maintain bone health.
Offered in collaboration with the University of Florida, this program will provide practical information on protecting bone health through nutrition, movement, and prevention strategies.
Participants will learn about:
- Osteoporosis and tests used to diagnose it
- Healthy eating strategies and nutrients for strong bones
- Medications that support bone health
- Fall prevention and safe physical activity to maintain strength and balance
A special guest presentation will be provided by Andrea Nikolai, Registered Dietitian and Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, who will discuss the nutrients essential for bone health and how nutrition plays a key role in building and maintaining strong bones.
The series will be held on the following Mondays:
June 29, July 6, July 20, and July 27
from 10:00 a.m. to noon
at:
OSU Extension Mahoning County
490 South Broad Street
Canfield, OH 44406
The cost is $20 for all four sessions.
Registration is now open at:
go.osu.edu/buildyourbones
For more information, contact OSU Extension Mahoning County at 330-533-5538.