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5 Ways You Could Be Destroying Your Bone Health
Most people are unaware that a normal body’s bone density peaks at the age of 30, then the body starts to reabsorb calcium away from its bones. Aging, menopause, and a poor diet can exacerbate bone loss. You may be aware of some ways to keep your bones healthy; you might even be taking your calcium and vitamin D. But are you doing other things that actually hurt without knowing it? Here are 5 ways...
January 21, 2023
Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D?
Since it's summer time,  you might assume you will get enough vitamin D from the sun. But that is likely not the case. Vitamin D insufficiency now is thought to affect 30 to 50 percent of the world’s population. 1 - , - The main source of vitamin D for most people is the sun, but achieving adequate levels of vitamin D via sunlight can be difficult depending on your geographical location, skin color,...
December 5, 2021
The Truth About Osteoporosis and Gender
When it comes to bone health, one word can cause some serious concern: osteoporosis. This bone disease occurs when the body loses too much bone or stops producing enough bone, or sometimes, both. The result is significant bone loss over time, which leads to bones weakening and can even cause fracturing during daily activities. Most people associate osteoporosis with women. While women -are- at a higher...
June 14, 2021
Finally, Some Hope for Those With Osteoporosis
A -new medication- to treat osteoporosis has been found to increase bone density and reduce the risk of fracture in vulnerable adults. This finding could vastly improve the quality of life for seniors who are at risk for a disabling fracture. Not only will the drug prevent fractures, but as a result, it will also allow people with osteoporosis to enjoy more activities than they would otherwise be able...
August 9, 2019
Vascular Breakthrough via Transparent Bones
For the first time, scientists have images of something that's heretofore only been known about in theory, and what seems like a tiny step to capture microscopic blood vessels may also be a giant leap in bone health research. A vascular system within the bones has long been theorized, but until recently, no one has found it. Using advanced imaging technology, scientists have finally uncovered a complex...
June 21, 2019
The Many Health Benefits of Almond Milk
Almond milk is loaded with nutritional and lifestyle benefits that we should all be paying attention to, IF you get the unsweetened kind. Some of almond milk's benefits include: - Almond milk is dairy-free and can be used as an alternative for dairy and soy milk. Almond milk can help with weight loss and management. Almond milk is a good option for those who are lactose intolerant or simply want to...
December 11, 2016