Are you eager to explore the most important health topics directly with trusted experts? Our In-Depth with the Doctors series provides you the unique opportunity to spend a few hours with the medical professionals from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies.
This series covers the most frequently asked questions on health topics that impact our everyday lives—from osteoporosis and breast cancer to diabetes and much more! These engaging and informative sessions offer in-depth insights that go far beyond the basics, giving you the knowledge to make informed decisions about your health.
Whether you’re seeking answers to long-held questions, looking to deepen your knowledge, or simply want to take proactive steps toward better health, this series is designed to provide you with trusted guidance and expert insights.
Strong bones are the foundation of good health. They protect our vital organs and allow us to move freely and maintain independence as we age. However, modern lifestyles—particularly the standard American diet and sedentary habits—contribute to the loss of bone mass, leading to osteoporosis and an increased risk of fractures.
Join Dr. Adriana Cortés and Dr. Ana M. Negrón for a comprehensive 3-hour exploration of osteoporosis.
What exactly is it, and how was this diagnosis created? What is the history behind the measurement of bone density?
In the simplest terms, learn how your body creates, maintains, and protects your bones.
How do diet, lifestyle, and environment influence your bone health?
Why do some cultures experience osteoporosis at higher rates than others? What can we learn from them?
What are the benefits and risks of the various medical treatments for osteoporosis?
Is it possible to not only prevent but also reverse osteoporosis? We’ll guide you through evidence-based steps to take control of your bone health.
Ana Negrón, MD
Born and raised in Puerto Rico, Dr. Ana M. Negrón is a certified family physician and author of the book Nourishing the Body and Recovering Health: The Positive Science of Food. She owns a nutrition consultation practice, volunteers at The Clinic for the uninsured in Phoenixville, and teaches young doctors the role of food in medicine. Food is integral to her practice, where group cooking is a regular activity. She helps her patients transition to a whole food, plant-based diet to target the root of their illness and reduce the need for medications. She is a graduate of the CNS and eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program. Visit her website at greensonabudget.org and follow her on Facebook.
Adriana Cortés, MD, MIPH
Adriana Cortés, MD, MIPH is a passionate and proud mother of two children. After working in medical research at the University of Sydney in Australia, she found her true passion in nutrition when she faced her mother's degenerative arthritis. Dr. Cortés is a graduate of the CNS and eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate program. After completing this certificate course, she has dedicated her career to educating Spanish speakers in Latin America about the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle. As part of this effort, she became the official Spanish translator for the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies website. Visit her website bienplantado.com and follow her on Facebook and Instagram.